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Design
Here you will find our selection of works on design. Sometimes abstract sometimes architectural, always interesting. Please check back regularly. We often search out rare works on the subject but they tend not to hang around for long. If you have any special requests or questions about the books on design below, please do get in touch.
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c1890 The Home WorkshopLondon: c1890A rather handy illustrated guide to all things home construction related, bound in the smart original cloth. -
1844 Illustrations of Baptismal FontsLondon: 1844A first edition study of the baptismal fonts of English churches, profusely illustrated by celebrated wood engraver Orlando Jewitt. -
1947 A Handbook of Printing Types With Notes on the Style of Composition and Graphic Processes Used By CowellsLondon: 1947A smart copy of John N.C. Lewis's book on types of printing, along with graphic processes. Printed and bound locally by W.S. Cowell in London. -
1903 The Principles of Leather ManufactureLondon: 1903A very scarce work on early twentieth century leather manufacturing processes, with explanatory illustrations. -
1897 The Art of The HouseLondon: 1897A scarce first edition guide to interior design in the late Victorian period, illustrated throughout. -
1902 Ancient Furniture and other Works of ArtLondon: 1902The first edition of this work illustrating some of the stunning pieces of furniture and works of art in the collection of Vincent J. Robinson at Parnham House. -
c1930 Borregaard White and Tinted Banks and BondsLondon: c1930Two volumes of colourful paper samples printed for Borregaard, a historical and reputable paper printer. -
1904 English Metal WorkLondon: 1904A first edition of this illustrated work detailing English metal work, bound in the publisher's original cloth. -
1819 Pompeiana: The Topography, Edifices, and Ornaments of PompeiiLondon: 1819A study of the topography, edifices and ornaments of Pompeii, illustrated throughout with folding plates. -
1930 Modern Interiors in Europe and AmericaLondon : 1930A first edition of this charming volume on modern interiors, with two hundred and ninety two illustrations. -
1924-7 The Dictionary of English FurnitureLondon; New York: 1924-7The first edition of this colourfully illustrated dictionary of the designs of furniture throughout English history, illustrated in colour. -
1947 Chateaux de France DisparusNot stated : 1947A charming book on various vanished French castles. The first edition, with several stunning illustrations. -
1914 'The Studio' Year Book of Decorative ArtLondon: 1914An illustrated first edition yearbook from 'The Studio', an interior design work beautifully illustrated in colour. -
1931 The Studio Year Book: Decorative ArtLondon: 1931The first edition of the 1931 Decorative Art Yearbook edited by C G Holme, illustrated throughout an in the unclipped dustwrapper. -
1929 Decorative Art 1929London: 1929The first edition of this beautifully illustrated guide to interior design, issued by The Studio, illustrated in colour. -
1923 Furniture Mouldings Full Size Sections of Moulded Details on English FurnitureLondon: 1928The illustrated very scarce first edition of E. J. Warne's dissection of beautiful mouldings found on pieces of English furniture. -
1927 Two Works on the Art of StencillingLondon: 1927Two lovely little handbooks to the art of stencil craft, illustrated for instructive and decorative purposes. -
1924 The Old-World HouseLondon: 1924An excellent two volume set of this architectural work, profusely illustrated throughout. -
c1912 Specimens of Printing TypesLondon: c1912A scarce and fascinating catalogue of fonts and embellishments provided by this now-defunct printing press. -
1910 Oriental Carpets Runners and Rugs and Some Jacquard ReproductionsLondon: 1910The first edition of this highly illustrated work on Oriental carpets, rugs, and runners, illustrated beautifully in bright colour throughout. -
1988 The Gilbert Collection of Gold and SilverLos Angeles: 1988A fine first edition of this beautiful look at Sir Arthur Gilbert's collection of antique silver and gold, illustrated throughout in colour and monochrome. -
1880 The Practical Carver and Gilder's GuideLondon: 1880An uncommon early edition of this practical guide to carpentry and gilding. -
1905 The Decoration of LeatherLondon: 1905A beautifully bound first English edition of Georges de Recy's detailed work on the decoration of leather. -
1885 The Art of the English PotterLondon: 1885A smart copy of this informative work regarding the history of ceramics. Illustrated throughout. -
1845 A Series of Designs of Furniture and DecorationLondon: 1845A finely bound copy of this seldom complete series of designs by Henry Wood. A bright collection of hand-coloured interior drawings, which is extremely rare in such a lovely condition. -
1925 The Dictionary of English FurnitureLondon: 1925-1927The complete four volumes of Percy Macquoid's lavishly illustrated, leading survey of English furniture. -
c1840 Cothele on the Banks of the Tamar the Ancient Seat of The Earl of Mount EdgcumbeLondon: c1840A very scarce pictorial guide to the Cornish manor house, 'Cotehele'. It is a medieval house with Tudor additions, in the parish of Calstock. -
1839 A Treatise of Wood Engravings Historical and PracticalLondon: 1839A bright, profusely illustrated work on wood engravings. From the library of noted art historian, Patricia Milne Henderson. -
1982 Sixteen Contemporary Wood EngraversLondon: 1982A fine example of this limited edition presentation of wood engravings. In the original wraps. -
1919 Modern Woodcuts and LithographsLondon: 1919A comprehensive look at French and English woodcut artists at the start of the twentieth century. -
1919 Modern Woodcuts and LithographsLondon: 1919A comprehensive look at French and English woodcut artists at the start of the twentieth century. -
1922 Contemporary English WoodcutsLondon: 1922An exceptionally well preserved, copy of this limited edition work regarding English woodcuts. With the scarce dust wrapper. -
1992 Scarfe On StageLondon: 1992A first edition of celebrated illustrator and cartoonist Gerald Scarfe's 'Scarfe On Stage'. -
1973 Indecent ExposureLondon: 1973A limited first edition of Gerald Scarfe's collection of drawings. -
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1982 Gerald ScarfeLondon: 1982A scarce limited first edition volume of the works of Gerald Scarfe with a signed lithograph of Thatcher specially produced. -
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1989 Scarfe LandLondon: 1989A scarcely found signed first edition of Gerald Scarfe's vibrant menagerie of beasts and monsters.