Von Dutch: The Art, The Myth, The Legend
Renowned hot rod authority Pat Ganahl delivers an absolute must-have for fans of hot rodding, automotive art, and American pop culture history: the definitive biography of Kenneth Howard, aka Von Dutch.
Discover the Man Behind the Flying Eyeball
Uncover the truth about Kustom Kulture’s most controversial and influential figure. Before “Von Dutch” became a global fashion brand, Kenneth Howard was a brilliant, eccentric craftsman who transformed pinstriping from simple accent lines into a complex automotive art form. This book chronicles his spectacular journey from a 1950s counterculture beatnik to a reclusive, bus-dwelling hermit.
Inside This Book
- Comprehensive Biography: Explores his mysterious early life, television work, and massive role in the custom car community.
- Multifaceted Talent: Explores his genius beyond striping, detailing his skills as a machinist, artist, gunsmith, and knifesmith.
- Rich Visuals: Packed with vintage photography, rare interviews, and stunning images of his original artwork.
- Separating Fact from Fiction: Uses firsthand accounts to paint an honest picture of Howard’s difficult, colorful, and contrary nature.
Product Specifications
- Title: Von Dutch: The Art, The Myth, The Legend
- Author: Pat Ganahl
- Publisher: CarTech Inc.
- Format: Hardcover
- Pages: 192 pages
- ISBN-13: 978-1884089985
- Dimensions: 10 x 0.75 x 10 inches
Fine in VG dust jacket with light wear at top of spine, no markings. [2.3]
$ 65.00
