Art
Our best selection of art and art criticism through the ages. From the scholarly to the glossy, we try to keep a selection of the complete range of art books here.
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1925 Old InnsLondon: 1925Cecil Aldin's charming collection of illustrations of old inns, in the uncommon original dust wrapper.
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1903-1904 Japan and China: Their History, Arts and LiteratureLondon: 1903-1904An attractive limited Library Edition of Captain F. Brinkley's historical, artistic and literary study of Japan and China, with colour plates.
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1894 The Complete Works of John RuskinNew York: 1894A limited edition collection of works by John Ruskin, discussing architecture, art and more.
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1982 Rockwell Kent: An Anthology of His WorksNew York: 1982A beautiful anthology of the art of the American artist Rockwell Kent, edited with an introduction by Fridolf Johnson.
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1898 Theoretical and Practical GraphicsNew York: 1898The first American edition of this very scarce study on mechanical drawing and geometry by Frederick Newton Willson, with many illustrations and diagrams throughout.
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1979 Charles Ricketts: Subtle and Fantastic DecoratorLondon: 1979An excellent first edition of this richly illustrated biography of showcasing the incredible art of Charles Ricketts.
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1933 Masters of the Colour Print: Elizabeth KeithLondon: 1933A celebration of the art of Elizabeth Keith, with full colour plates by the artist, inspired by her travels throughout Asia.
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1897 A Bibliography of the Works of William MorrisLondon: 1897A bright bibliography of the works of William Morris, including his poems, art, translations and contributions to periodicals.
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1913 Composition: A Series of Exercises in Art Structure for the Use of Students and TeachersNew York: 1913A scarce seventh edition of this study guide to the structure of art from American educator Arthur Wesley Dow.
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Signed1924 An Aubrey Beardsley LectureLondon: 1924A pleasing limited edition work containing A. W. King's lectures on English illustrator, Aubrey Beardsley, as well as the drawings and letters sent to King by the artist.
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1928 Aubrey Beardsley: The Man and His WorkLondon: 1928A smart limited edition of this illustrated work on English artist Aubrey Beardsley.
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1979 The Works of E. H. ShepardLondon: 1979A wonderfully illustrated biography showcasing the life and art of E. H. Shepard, best known for his illustrations in 'Winnie-the-Pooh'.
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1992 The Robinson Brothers Poster W. Heath Robinson "The Fair Day"London: 1992A very scarce poster for The Robinson Brothers exhibition in London from 17th February to 20th March 1992.
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1930 Dogs of CharacterLondon: 1930A smart copy of this illustrated work on dogs from British artist Cecil Aldin, with the original unclipped dust wrapper.
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1975 Spring & Summer ScenesLondon: 1975A charming keepsake containing spring and summer scenes of Thomas Bewick's artwork.
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1932 The Cecil Aldin BookLondon: 1932A charming work dedicated to Cecil Aldin's beloved illustrations, paired with an array of humorous poems and commentaries, with colour plates.
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1857 ShadowsLondon: 1857The first edition of this amusing collection of hand-coloured lithographs by Victorian comic illustrator Charles H. Bennett.
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Signed1962 The Saturday BookLondon: 1962The twenty-second book of this annual miscellany, published from 1941 to 1975, covering a range of arts.
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1977 Le Vieux Rennes en FlanantRennes: 1977A collection of original lithographs of old Rennes by Pierre Mahut, with descriptions by Lucien Jegou, in the paper wraps with the slipcase.
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c2005 Atelier 1: Polaroids by Foley Using Expired FilmBucks: c2005A very scarce collection of prints of polaroid photographs taken by Foley.
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1940 Graven Image, An Autobiographical TextbookLondon: 1940The illustrated first edition of John Farleigh's autobiographical work, a wonderful memoir featuring advice for wood engravers.
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1962 William Morris and W. B. YeatsDublin: 1962A limited edition treatise on William Morris and W. B. Yeats, looking into their political and social ideals.
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1898 An Address Delivered by William Morris at the Distribution of Prizes to StudentsLondon: 1898The first edition of William Morris' address given to the students of Birmingham Municipal School of Art.
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1900 George J. Pinwell and His WorksLondon: 1900The limited first edition of this lovely biography exploring notable 19th-century artist, George J. Pinwell, adorned with his works throughout.
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1989 The Art of Botanical IllustrationLondon: 1989A smart copy of this vastly illustrated work on botanical illustrations from author Edward Martyn Rix.
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1982 Lid Off a Daffodil: A Book of PalindromesLondon: 1982A bright first edition of this impressive book of palindromes, embellished with compelling reversible illustrations.
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1989 The Face of the Moon: Galileo to ApolloMissouri: 1989An award winning and fascinating illustrated catalogue featuring depictions of the face of the moon .
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c1950 Comic Movies Flicker Book: Cinderella and the Glass SlipperLondon: c1950A vanishingly scarce flicker book containing the charming tale of 'Cinderella and the Glass Slipper'.
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1967 Poems and MasksCincinnati: 1967A very scarce limited edition collection of poetry by Vera Wainwright, accompanied by illustrations by Austin Osman Spare.
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1888 3vol Anecdotes of Painting in England; with Some Account of the Principal ArtistsLondon: 1888A smart three volume new edition set of this collection of writings on painting in England.
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1880 Breton Folk: An Artistic Tour in BrittanyLondon: 1880A smartly bound first edition of this highly illustrated travelogue of Brittany from English writer and artist Henry Blackburn.
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1869 Gems of English Art of This Century: Twenty-Four Pictures from National CollectionsLondon: 1869A smartly bound first edition of this bright collection of artworks from national collections.
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1960 BoxwoodLondon: 1960The first trade edition of this lovely work comprising a marriage of two arts, poetry and wood engraved illustrations.
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Signed1922 Etching Craft: A Guide for Students and CollectorsLondon: 1922A signed presentation copy of the first edition of Robins's study of the history and techniques of etching, inscribed to renowned etcher Muirhead Bone.
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Signed1922 Le Souper Interrompu Avec Cinq Dessins Rehausses D'AquarelleParis: 1922A limited edition play by the French poet and writer Paul-Jean Toulet, signed and beautifully illustrated with hand enhanced watercolour paintings by Louis Suire, and in the original, very scarce glassine dust wrapper.