Von Dutch: The Art, the Myth, the Legend (Cartech)
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| Rating | : | 4.99 (788 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1613251580 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 192 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-07-23 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Pat Ganahl is the author of several CarTech books, including definitive works on Ed "Big Daddy" Roth and Von Dutch. He is a life-long hot rodder and has been the editor of Hot Rod, Rod & Custom, and Street Rodder magazines and is a regular contributor to The Rodder's Journal. Pat is recognized as one of the world's foremost authorities on traditional hot rods and cust
Where it can, this book sets the record straight on Von Dutch the man, but in many cases conflicting stories will serve to illustrate the contrary, colorful, and sometimes difficult nature of Von Dutch the legend. Considered the founder of "modern" pinstriping, he was a prominent character in many of the rodding magazines of the late 1950s, and his fame endured long after he apparently tired of it. This book is a must-have for fans of hot rodding and hot rod culture!. Von Dutch (real name Kenneth Howard) is one of the most interesting characters in hot rod and popular culture history. In addition to being a striper, he was a gifted artist and machinist, as well as a gunsmith and knifesmith. Using stories and quotes culled from interviews, vintage photos, and images of the art and other works he left behind, this book chronicles Von Dutch's life from pinstriping beatnik to bus-dwelling hermit
John O. Morton said Well done history on a true artisan. Pat Ganahl has taken a very difficult subject, by the name of "Von Dutch" aka Kenneth Howard into a collage of history, photos and stories. There are many people who claim to have "known Von Dutch" [19"Well done history on a true artisan" according to John O. Morton. Pat Ganahl has taken a very difficult subject, by the name of "Von Dutch" aka Kenneth Howard into a collage of history, photos and stories. There are many people who claim to have "known Von Dutch" [1929-1992]. Most just "used" him and his "reputation."The most important photo of the book is on page 171 (lower right), taken by Pat in Dutch's final yearsKenneth Howard could be compared to Da Vinci in many ways, he was an excellent craftsman who loved to "put people on.". 9-199"Well done history on a true artisan" according to John O. Morton. Pat Ganahl has taken a very difficult subject, by the name of "Von Dutch" aka Kenneth Howard into a collage of history, photos and stories. There are many people who claim to have "known Von Dutch" [1929-1992]. Most just "used" him and his "reputation."The most important photo of the book is on page 171 (lower right), taken by Pat in Dutch's final yearsKenneth Howard could be compared to Da Vinci in many ways, he was an excellent craftsman who loved to "put people on.". ]. Most just "used" him and his "reputation."The most important photo of the book is on page 171 (lower right), taken by Pat in Dutch's final yearsKenneth Howard could be compared to Da Vinci in many ways, he was an excellent craftsman who loved to "put people on.". Von Dutch A very well written book by respected automotive writer Pat Ganahl. It is the life and work of the interesting and slightly crazy early auto paint striper Von Dutch. Includes some great photographs. If you are interested in old school automotive customizing I would recomend this book.. "Von Dutch" according to R. Marquez. The pictures of the book are awesome. Von Dutch is truly talented and this book tells you the history behind the artwork. If you are a car lover and an artist it is the perfect book for you. Reading the history and motivation behind such designs is great.
It's an homeage to the world of '50s American counter-culture that he helped shape." (Paula Hammond Skin Deep Magazine 2015-02-02)"Pat Ganahl's comprehensive and sensitive pictorial biography was first published in 2005 and has yet to be bettered. Reprinted in softback, it's a must-have." (Classic American magazine 2015-02-12) . "Von Dutch: The Art, The Myth, The Legend is a fascinating pop culture treasury, offering an evolutionary glimpse into the art of automobile decoration, especially recommended for vintage car connoisseu