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Books on photographs as well as books of photographs.
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1873 Carvings and Sculptures of Worcester CathedralLondon: 1873The first edition of this scarce study of Worcester Cathedral, illustrated with mounted albumen photographs.
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1908-1964 Great Western Railway Photograph AlbumSwindon: 1908-1964A fascinating album of original photographs of the Great Western Railway, dating between 1908 and 1967, and compiled by a man who worked in train construction.
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1909 In the Canaries with a CameraLondon: 1909A signed presentation copy of the first edition of this very scarce early twentieth century guide to the Canary Islands. -
1989 The Art of Photography 1839-1989New Haven and London : 1989A stunning history of photography with many illustrations.
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2011 An Enduring Vision: Photographs from the Lane CollectionBoston: 2011A stunning survey of one of the most impressive photographic collections in the world.
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1998 The Photographic Art of Hoyningen-HueneLondon: 1998A lovely copy of this heavily illustrated book discussing the life and work of the early twentieth century fashion photographer George Hoyningen-Huene.
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1988 Mapplethorpe PortraitsLondon : 1988A star studded and powerful collection of portraits by photographer Robert Mapplethorpe.
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2004 Paul Strand SouthwestNew York : 2004A stunning collection of pioneering modernist photography by Paul Strand taken during the Great Depression in America.
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1978 Marie Cosindas Color PhotographsBoston: 1978An excellent first edition copy of this celebration of the colour photography of Marie Cosindas.
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2003 Vanished Kingdoms A Woman Explorer in Tibet, China & Mongolia 1921-1925New York : 2003An excellent first edition signed copy of this work on the explorations of Janet Elliott Wulsin. -
2008 River of No Return: Photographs by Laura McPheeNew Haven and London : 2008A stunning photo book of the American wilderness by Laura McPhee, in its first edition.
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1968 The Last of the Wild: On the Track of Rare AnimalsLondon: 1968A first edition of the English translation of this work on Schuhmacher's wildlife observations and photography from his travels around the world.
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1999 William Wegman: Fashion PhotographsNew York: 1999A wonderful first edition work celebrating the dog photography of William Wegman, presenting images of Weimaraners in various costumes and poses.
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2007 Edward Steichen: Lives in PhotographyMinneapolis; Lausanne: 2007A wonderful celebration of one of the most influential names in the history of photography, with hundreds of Edward Steichen's photographs reproduced and accompanied by essays.
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2010 Mario Testino: Todo o NadaMadrid: 2010A scarce signed first edition of this wonderful study of the photography of Mario Testino, examining the juxtaposition of his clothed and nude images of women. -
2001 Yousuf Karsh: Helden aus Licht und SchattenBerlin: 2001The first edition of this beautiful celebration of the photography of Yousuf Karsh, illustrated throughout with wonderful examples of his portrait photography.
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1939 Massine Camera Studies by Gordon AnthonyLondon : 1939A wonderful collection of theatre photographs by Gordon Anthony.
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2005 The Stanley Kubrick ArchivesKoln [Cologne]: 2005The first edition, first printing of this intimate examination of the archives of cinematic genius Stanley Kubrick.
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2002 MarilynLondon: 2002A moving tribute to Marilyn Monroe, showing her life in photographs taken by Andre de Dienes, and her growth into the blonde bombshell icon.
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c1900 Farley's Photographic View Album of Tenby and NeighbourhoodTenby: c1900A very scarce photographic souvenir for Tenby, Wales, with beautiful photography of the area.
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1974 Churchill: A Photographic PortraitLondon : 1974A first edition copy of this photographic biography of Sir Winston Churchill.
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1966 Shadow of Light A Collection of Photographs from 1931 to the PresentLondon : 1966A first edition copy of this wonderful collection of photographs by Bill Brandt.
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1997 The British Century; The Annals of LondonNew York; London: 1997-2000Two large paper modern pictorial histories of Britain, the first editions.
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1991 Higher Melcombe A Photographic EssayNot Stated: 1991A very scarce collection of original colour photographs privately commissioned and published in the original leather binding and cloth slipcase.
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1957 YallahNew York: 1957The first English language edition of this beautifully illustrated travel journal about North-west Africa.
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1969 The Investiture of HRH Prince Charles as the 21st Prince of Wales 1st July 1969Not stated: 1969A very scarce commemorative album for the investiture of Prince Charles with colour photographs.
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c1900 Our Conservative and Unionist StatesmenLondon: c1900Volume one out of a two volume set of photobooks, showcasing 19th century British conservative and unionist statesmen.
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c1900 Photograph Album of European TravelsNot Stated: c1900An album of photographs from around Europe and Britain in the Edwardian era; offering a nostalgic view into the past.
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1894 Portfolio of PhotographsChicago: 1894A delightful collection of photographs detailing important scenes and places from around the world.
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1937 Sydney from the AirSydney: 1937With twenty four full-page photographs, this volume offers a birds-eye-view interwar Sydney
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1979 Some of Our Old PicturesBath: 1979The first edition of this scarce collection of photography from English history, signed by the author. -
1897 4 Vols Among British Birds in their Nesting HauntsEdinburgh: 1897Oswin Lee observes British birds in their nests in this scarce first edition
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1979 The TreeLondon: 1979The first edition of John Fowles and Frank Horvat's collaborative work, in which Fowles's writing is accompanied by Horvat's images of trees. Signed by Fowles. -
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1974 ShipwreckLondon: 1974An exceptionally bright first edition of this fascinating collection of photographs of shipwrecks on the coast of the Isles of Scilly, signed by Fowles, and with descriptive passages from him. -
1962-1987 Bristol Photobooks by Reece WinstoneBristol: 1962-1987Twenty four works of historic photography of the city of Bristol collected and published by Reece Winstone.
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1957 Epstein: A Camera Study of the Sculptor at WorkLondon : 1957A smart first edition copy of this photographic study of sculptor Jacob Epstein.