THE BOOK ILLUSTRATION OF GEORGE CRUIKSHANK
(1980)
First edition of the author's third art monograph, reproducing Cruikshank's illustrations of Dickens, Ainsworth, Sterne, Smollett, and others, with extensive commentary and context.
English & British
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LONDON, A PILGRIMAGE
1890
First US edition of this epic overview of 1870s London, with a focus on the squalor and poor working conditions of the city's poor — executed by Doré in his signature dramatic style.
THE LIVING TREASURES OF JAPAN
(1973)
Signed first printing of this collection of interviews with Japanese "Living National Treasures" who practice traditional arts – illustrated with photographs of objects and diagrams by Michael Foreman.
THE LIVING ARTS OF NIGERIA
(1971)
First printing of this history of various artforms in Nigeria, including beadwork, brass work, carving, pottery, and weaving – illustrated with photographs of objects and diagrams by Michael Foreman.
HEADS: Hair by Guido
(2000)
First printing of this collection of cool coiffures from one of the world's most famous stylists, showing off the styles that defined his early career.
DECORATION-5
(1972)
Beautiful first edition of this interior design classic, with Hicks's ownership inscription.
BRITISH VISION: Observation and Imagination in British Art 1750-1950
(2007)
First printing of this enormous and beautifully illustrated catalogue of an exhibition on 200 years of the British artistic tradition, with critical essays by John Gage and Timothy Hyman.
THE GRAMMAR OF ORNAMENT
1856
Striking first edition of this landmark of art history and design, the "culminating work of Jones's career" (Ray).
JOYCE IMAGES
(1994)
First printing of this collection of portraits of James Joyce, from the iconic to more obscure vernacular photos.
BIBLIOGRAPHY OF EIGHTEENTH CENTURY ART AND ILLUSTRATED BOOKS
1898
Limited first edition of this substantial reference guide to English and French book illustrations of the 18th century.
CRUIKSHANKIANA
1916
Uncommon early twentieth century catalogue of Cruikshank's original works and illustrated books offered by Robert Dodd, dealer and head of Dodd, Mead's rare book department.
MOKO; OR MAORI TATTOOING
1896
First edition, the classic study of Maori tattooing, profusely illustrated with photographs and Robley's own drawings.
THE DOGS BODIES PORTFOLIO
(2000)
Signed limited special edition of this booklet of humorous dog art, housed in an attractive portfolio with original silkscreen.
WILLIAM STRANG R. A. 1859-1921
(1980)
First printing of this catalogue of the landmark exhibition of the works of print artist and Royal Academician William Strang – scarce in hardcover format.
JASPER
(2008) [2006]
Two original albums of photographs of young punks, personally assembled by photographer Blake Wood for his friend Amy Winehouse.
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