Matisse Lithographs by Susan Lambert, Universe Books, New York, 1982, First Edition, First printing. This is a RARE, Collectible Softcover Book. There is no Dust Jacket as Published. This is a catalogue of works by Matisse, for artists and collectors studying his mastery. It is a Biography and discussion of his various drawing styles, techniques and methods. He made more etchings than lithographs, but the latter are, on the whole, more fully realized and played a more important role in the development of his work. Includes notes and bibliography sections. They were parallel developments to his paintings, rather than preliminary studies for them or copies after them' Scarce first edition catalog.