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We have a wide and varied collection of books on all forms of Art and Architecture, encompassing Engineering, Design, Furniture and Fashion. Many with fantastic plates and some real rarities included.
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1904 In English Homes: Volume ILondon: 1904A first edition copy of Volume I of this lavishly illustrated celebration of notable English houses and their furnishings.
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1970-2010 Florida Architecture MagazineMiami: 1970-2010A bright collection of magazines by Florida Architecture, from the the 1970's up until more recent times.
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1914 Decoration in England from 1660 to 1770London: [1914]The first edition of this illustrated work by Francis Lenygon on English architecture and decoration.
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1927 Bookbinding For SchoolsLeicester: 1927A scarce, first edition of this interesting work on bookbinding, with illustrations.
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1879 Wentzel Jamitsers Entwurfe zu Prachtgefassen in Silber und GoldBerlin: 1879A very scarce work consisting of lithographic plates of the silver and gold vessels made by Viennese goldsmith and artist Wenzel Jamnitzer.
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c1830-1840 Catalogue de J. J. Ducel Fils, Maitre de Forges a ParisParis: c1830-1840A very scarce and richly illustrated mid nineteenth century catalogue of ironwork and ornamental design from Parisian forge master and iron worker J. J. Ducel.
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c1930 L'Oeuvre de Daniel Marot, Architecte de sa Majeste Britannique Guillame IIIParis: c1930A very scarce collection of over one-hundred plates depicting the work of French-born Dutch architect Daniel Marot.
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1924 Bronzes et Bois Sculptes des Collections PriveesParis: 1924The first edition of this uncommon work presenting images of decorative objects hailing from the eras of Louis XV and Louis XVI.
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c1927 Lamps, Shades, MirrorsLondon: 1927A copy of this unique very scarce illustrated catalogue of lamps with text on the psychology of colour by Isobel Savory.
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1984 Grand Hotel: The Golden Age of Palace HotelsLondon: 1984A striking first edition on architectural and social history of palace hotels, with photographs throughout.
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1920-1928 English HomesLondon: 1920-1928A smart collection of first editions from H. Avray Tipping's series on English Homes throughout periods of history.
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1881 Keramic Art of JapanLondon: 1881The second edition of this vibrantly illustrated celebration of Japanese ceramics, by George A. Audsley and James L. Bowes.
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1893 The Industrial Arts of the Anglo-SaxonsLondon: 1893The first edition of this richly illustrated study of the industrial arts of the Anglo-Saxons, with a 'publisher's compliments' stamp to the verso of the front free endpaper.
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1936 Medieval Christian ImageryOxford: 1936A very neat first edition of this collection of Medieval Christian painted windows from Great Malvern Priory, in the original price-clipped dust wrapper.
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1920 A Catalogue of Furniture, Pictures, Tapestries, Enamels, China, ect. at Quenby HallLondon: 1920A very scarce 1921 auction catalogue from Quenby Hall.
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1888 The Enchanted Island: The Venice of Titian and Other Studies in ArtLondon: 1888A smart first edition of this study of art from Bayliss, with illustrations throughout.
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1991 The BauhausNew York: 1991The first U.S edition of this heavily illustrated work showcasing artwork from the Bauhaus movement, written by Uwe Westphal..
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1947 Lorenzo Ghiberti: I CommentariNapoli: 1947A scarce collection of the writings of Lorenzo Ghiberti towards the end of his life, in the original Italian language.
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1982 Berlin 1910-1933New Jersey: 1982A very smart first edition of this history of art in Berlin from 1910 to 1933, with images throughout.
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1771 The History and Art of Printing: In Two PartsLondon: 1771A scarce first edition of this history of printing, with an account of its invention.
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1976 The Golden Door: Artist-Immigrants of America, 1876-1976Washington: 1976A beautifully presented compilation of artwork featured in an exhibition at the Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden in 1976.
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1966 XXth Century Drawings and WatercoloursNew York: 1966A very smart, bright copy of this collection of artwork from the twentieth century, translated from the original French.
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1966 XXth Century Drawings and WatercoloursNew York: 1966A very smart copy of this collection of artwork from the twentieth century, translated from the original French.
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1904-1908 4vol A History of English FurnitureLondon: 1904-1908A smart four volume collection of these works on English furniture through the years, with colour plates.
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1949 Furnishing to Fit the FamilyLondon: 1949A scarce reprinted edition of this delightful guide to furnishing a house to fit a family, with illustrations.
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c1890 4vol Constructions Modernes & Economiques Avec Plans, Coupes, Elevation et DetailsParis: c1890A very scarce collection of modern and economical construction plans, with drawings to scale. In the French language.
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1925 Les Arts Decoratifs Modernes 1925Paris: 1925A scarce special issue of this magazine on the decorative modern arts, in the French language.
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c1945 Ideal Home Book of Plans No. 11London: c1945A very scarce first post-war edition of this home and living magazine, with advertisements throughout.
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1949 Decorative Art: The Studio Year Book: 1949London: 1949A 1949 British annual of international furniture and decorative art, with numerous photographs throughout.
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1948 Decorative Art: The Studio Year Book: 1943-1948London: 1948A profusely illustrated British annual of international furniture and decoration for the years 1943 to 1948.
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1899-1900 The Artist : An Illustrated Monthly Record of Arts, Crafts & IndustriesNot Stated: 1899-1900A wonderful selection of issues from The Artist, an Arts and Crafts magazine originally published between 1899 and 1900.
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1970 The Athenian Agora: Black and Plain PotteryNew Jersey: 1970A scarce volume on the pottery of the ancient Agora of Athens, Volume XII, Part I only.
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1948 The English Interior : 1500 to 1900London: 1948A charmingly illustrated guide to English interior design and its many influences between the years 1500 and 1900.
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Signed1910 2vol The Life of Benvenuto CelliniLondon: 1910The author's own copy of this translated biography of Italian sculptor Benvenuto Cellini, with the author's signature to each volume.
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1887 4vols Dictionnaire de l'Ameublement et de la Decoration: Depuis le XIIIe siecle jusqu'a nos joursParis: 1887A dictionary of French decorative arts, complete in four volumes, all smartly rebound.
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1953-1964 10vol The Pelican History of ArtLondon: 1953-1964Ten very smart volumes on art, sculpture, and architecture from Pelican at Penguin Books.