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Rare Hard Cover Art Deco Jewelry Book from Rizzoli by Sylvie Raulet c 1984
By Rizzoli
Located in University City, MO
The rare hardcover large scale coffee table Rizzoli book is an extraordinary archive of 20th
Category
1980s Italian Fashion
W 9.75 in D 1.5 in L 12.75 in
Rare Antique Books Set of 10 The World's 50 Best Short Novels from 1929
Located in San Diego, CA
measure 6 in. x 4 in. x 8 in. Unique and rare complete collection of 10 editions from 1929. The books are
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Books
Materials
Linen, Paper
Three Books on Violins and Violin Makers
By Willibaldd Leo Frh-v-Lütgendorff, Dirk J. Balfoort, John H. Fairfield
Located in valatie, NY
division of N.P. Trent Antiques, has a large collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture
Category
Early 20th Century German Books
Materials
Paper
Angels of Anarchy Rare Women Artist & Surrealism Hard Cover Book c 2009
Located in University City, MO
Angels of Anarchy Rare women's artist & surrealism hard cover book by Patricia Allmer c 2009
An
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Early 2000s Slovak Avant Garde Books
Alexandre Reza Dreams of Yesterday Realities of To-Day Book by Arlette Seta 1985
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Alexandre Reza, a Paris-based jeweler known for his diverse and rare collection of precious gemstones.
Large
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20th Century French Couture
H 12 in W 8.5 in D 0.75 in
President & Jacqueline Kennedy's Sotheby's Family Homes Estate Catalog c 2005
By Sotheby's
Located in University City, MO
, New York & Virginia
Provides a rare glimpse into their personal collection of art, furniture
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20th Century American Collection
Art Nouveau business catalog by Jean Cussac Art Printer-Publisher. 1900 - 1920
Located in CADALSO, ES
Rare to find in this condition
20 pages
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Books
Materials
Paper
H 12.6 in W 10.24 in D 0.2 in
Early American Bottles & Flasks & Other Rare American Glass Collected, Maclay
Located in valatie, NY
books on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with a focus on 1st editions, signed and limited
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Vintage 1940s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 10.25 in W 7 in D 0.25 in
Ivory Art Deco Statues Galerie Bernard De Leye
Located in Oakland, CA
Ivory Art Deco Statues Galerie Bernard De Leye. Rich book with multiple color pages and excellent
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Books
Materials
Paper
Set of 3 Cat. in Slipcase, Prescott Collection, Christie's Rare Numbered Edition
Located in valatie, NY
large collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with a
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Antique 1880s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 10.63 in W 8.25 in D 2 in
Gillows: of Lancaster & London 1730-1840, Rare 2 Vol. Boxed, 1st Ed Set
Located in valatie, NY
collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with a focus on 1st
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21st Century and Contemporary English Books
Materials
Paper
Sotheby's: The Joseph M. Meraux Collection of Rare and Unusual Clocks, 6/1993
Located in valatie, NY
. Trent Antiques has a large collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration
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1990s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 10.5 in W 8.25 in D 0.5 in
Son of Perdition by James Cozzens, Rare 1st Ed Pre-Publication Review Copy
Located in valatie, NY
used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with a focus on 1st editions
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Vintage 1920s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 7.5 in W 5.25 in D 1.25 in
The Art of African Textiles 1997
Located in North Hollywood, CA
The Art Of African Textiles
Clarke, Duncan. Published by Thunder Bay., San Diego., 2002.
This
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Late 20th Century African Tribal Books
Materials
Paper
Keith Haring Love Ball art 1989 (book)
By (after) Keith Haring
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Keith Haring illustration art 1989 (Love Ball centerfold illustration by Haring):
Rare published
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Vintage 1980s Books
Materials
Paper
A Golden Celebration the Art and the Story of the World's Best-loved Comic Strip
Located in North Hollywood, CA
A Golden Celebration : the Art and the Story of the World's Best-loved Comic Strip Hardcover Book
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Late 20th Century North American Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
H 12.25 in W 10 in D 1 in
The Art Deco Poster Book by William Crouse
Located in New York, NY
, and includes rare and unique examples by masters of the art form, including Nizzoli, Cassandre, and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Materials
Paper
La Societe De L'art Applique Aux Metiers (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Le Pavillon De La Societe de L'Art Applique Aux Metiers a L'Eposition Internationale Des Arts
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Vintage 1920s Books
Materials
Paper
Authentic Art Deco Interiors from the 1925 Paris Exhibition (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
books are now extremely rare. The plates provide a classic record of true Art Deco design. Interiors are
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20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
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H 13.88 in W 10.75 in D 0.88 in
Scultura III Tomasso by Brothers Fine Art, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Antiques, has a large collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration and
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21st Century and Contemporary English Books
Materials
Paper
Pablo Picasso Collectible Art Book First Edition, 1955
By Pablo Picasso
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, 1881-1973)
Date: 1955
Dimensions: 12" x 8.5" x 2"
Date: 1st edition 1955
Collector Art book, limited
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20th Century Spanish Modern Books
Materials
Paper
ORIENTAL CARPETS - Charles Grant Ellis - 1988 Philadelphia Museum of Art
Located in Rochester, NY
Oriental Carpets - In The Philadelphia Museum of Art - 1988 by Charles Grant Ellis Harcover blue
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Vintage 1980s Books
Materials
Paper
Reinhard Görner: Shining Wall of Books, Beinecke Rare Books & Manuscript Library
By Reinhard Görner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
principal repository for literary archives, early manuscripts, and rare books.
The Beinecke Rare Book
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2010s Conceptual Landscape Photography
Materials
C Print, Lambda
Christie’s Post-War and Contemporary Art Auction, March 6, 2018
Located in valatie, NY
Christie’s Post-War and Contemporary Art Auction, part of ‘20th/21st Century at Christie’s’, March
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21st Century and Contemporary English Books
Materials
Paper
Sotheby's Haute Epoque-Important Early Furniture, Works of Art First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
photographs of rare furniture, tapestries, and other items throughout.
NPT Books, a division of N. P. Trent
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Early 2000s English Books
Materials
Paper
H 10.75 in W 8.25 in D 1 in
American Art from American Collections, Numbered #199/455 Signed by James Biddle
Located in valatie, NY
print books on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with a focus on 1st editions, signed and
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Vintage 1960s Books
Materials
Leather, Paper
H 24 in W 8 in D 0.25 in
Art, Gout, Beaute: Feuillets de L'Elegance Feminine (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
This is an extremely rare bound set of the 12 ART, GOUT, BEAUTE monthly fashion magazines from 1924
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20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
Large Collectible Art Book “Michelangelo: The Complete Sculpture”, 1982
Located in View Park, CA
artist’s many masterpieces, from the Pietà to Bacchus to the Davide. This near pristine copy is quite rare
Category
Vintage 1980s Japanese Books
Materials
Paper
The Clive Sherwood Collection; Early Oak Furniture, Metalwork, Works of Art
Located in Rochester, NY
The Clive Sherwood Collection: Early Oak Furniture, Metalwork and Works of Art - 2002 Sotheby's
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Early 2000s English Elizabethan Books
Materials
Paper
H 10 in W 6.5 in D 0.5 in
Glory of Baroque Dresden, the State Art Collections Dresden First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with a focus on 1st
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Early 2000s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 12.25 in W 9.25 in D 1 in
" Munch " Expressionist Hardcover Art Book First Edition 1990 by David Loshak
By Edvard Munch
Located in North Hollywood, CA
" Munch " Expressionist Hardcover Art Book First Edition 1990 by David Loshak.
Few images in the
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Late 20th Century Norwegian Books
Materials
Paper
H 14.5 in W 10.5 in D 0.75 in
Magritte by Jacques Meuris 1988 1st Edition Hardcover Art Book
By René Magritte
Located in North Hollywood, CA
executives have ransacked his art for inspiration. His impact on fine art and artists has been even more
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Books
Materials
Paper
Jan Schoonhoven - Signed - Retrospective drawings and reliefs Art book (NL/DE)
By Jan Schoonhoven
Located in EINDHOVEN, NL
Jan Schoonhoven - SIGNED - Rare 1984 catalog for the exhibitions:
the Hague Municipal Museum (1984
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Vintage 1980s Dutch Minimalist Books
Materials
Paper
H 11.82 in W 8.27 in D 0.48 in
The Notable Collection of Ira Haupt, New York by American Art Association, 1935
Located in valatie, NY
large collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with a
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Vintage 1930s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 11 in W 7.75 in D 0.25 in
Sotheby's Hong Kong Important Chinese Art, Sir Quo-Wei Lee II Collection
Located in valatie, NY
Antiques, has a large collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Books
Materials
Paper
Porcelain, a Sketch of its Nature Art and Manufacture, 1906, First Edition
By William Burton
Located in valatie, NY
porcelain, with three chapters on periods of English porcelain. Rare and desirable reference.
NPT Books a
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Early 20th Century English Books
Materials
Paper
H 9 in W 6.25 in D 1.25 in
Andy Warhol by David Bourdon Collectible Poster Art Book Vintage, 1989
By (after) Andy Warhol
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Andy Warhol by David BourdonVintage 1989,
Abrams Book, Harry Schunk 1965 Photo Collector's Pop Art
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20th Century American Expressionist Books
Materials
Paper
Cyril Humphris Collection of European Sculpture and Works of Art, Part I & II
Located in valatie, NY
in the field of objets d'art."
NPT Books, a division of Trent Antiques, has a large collection of
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1990s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 11 in W 8.5 in D 0.5 in
Christie's Works of Art from the Espirito Santo Collection London 12/12/96
Located in valatie, NY
Christie's: Works of Art from the Espirito Santo Collection London 12/12/96 Sale #5729. Softcover
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1990s English Books
Materials
Paper
H 10.5 in W 8.25 in D 0.25 in
The Photographic Art of William Henry Fox Talbot by Larry J. Schaaf (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
-1840s calotypes that demonstrate a sure command of the new art. Each plate is discussed in detail
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20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
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H 13.32 in W 11 in D 1.38 in
Buddhist Art of Myanmar by Sylvia Fraser-Lu and Donald Martin Stadtner, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
rare works of Buddhist art, presented to the international community for the first time. The practice
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2010s American Books
Materials
Paper
H 10.75 in W 9 in D 1 in
Roger Pfund "Weight and See" Art Book and Silk Screen, Germany, 1993
Located in Amsterdam, NL
as numbered 97 / 100.
This limited edition set is a rare find and a beautiful collector's item
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Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Books
Materials
Wood, Paper
Printed in North Korea The Art of Everyday Life in the DPRK
Located in New York City, NY
Never-before-seen North Korea - a rare glimpse into the country behind the politics and the
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Books
Materials
Paper
“The Machine – Museum of Modern Art New York” Book by K.G. Pontus Hulten 1968
By MOMA Museum New York
Located in San Diego, CA
art lover. This rare, vintage piece is a great addition to your book collection. #2715
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Books
Materials
Aluminum
H 9.75 in W 8.5 in D 0.5 in
Luxury Goods from India The Art of the Indian Cabinet-Maker Hardcover Table Book
By Amin Jaffer
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Luxury Goods from India The Art of the Indian Cabinet-Maker hardcover table book.
The V&A's
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Late 20th Century English Anglo-Indian Books
Materials
Paper
H 11.25 in W 9 in D 0.5 in
Johnny Hallyday's 50 Year Career The Official Book Collection French Edition
Located in North Hollywood, CA
official collection celebrating Johnny Hallyday's 50-year career consists of twenty-three books and CDs
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Late 20th Century French Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
Le Polnabook Michel Polnareff French Edition Hardcover Book in Sleeve
Located in North Hollywood, CA
première fois, grâce à ce Polnabook illustré de photos rares et exceptionnelles, vous allez pouvoir
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21st Century and Contemporary French Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
London After Midnight by Marie Coolidge Rask, Photoplay Edition, 1928
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
, along with hundreds of other rare early films, making it one of the most sought-after “lost” silent
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Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Books
Materials
Leather, Paper
Louis Vuitton Paris Auction Catalog 2019 by Gros & Delettrez
By Louis Vuitton
Located in North Hollywood, CA
.
Dimensions: 11 3/4' x 8 1/4".
Great reference book catalog on rare vintage high end collection from Louis
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Books
Materials
Paper
Femmes, Women by Colette Gouvion Large Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
according to Taoist philosophy. She has the rare talent to deal with all subjects relating to love and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
National Geographic The Photo Ark The Quest to Document the World's Animals
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Illustrated. He has written several books including National Geographic's Rare: Portraits of America's
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
H 10 in W 10 in D 1.25 in
The Fabric of Moroccan Life Book by Ivo Grammet and Niloo Imami Paydar
By Berber Tribes of Morocco
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Art.
For centuries, the people of Morocco have been producing magnificent embroideries, pile rugs
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20th Century Moroccan Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
Life Ali: a Life in Pictures by the Editors of Life Paperback Magazine
Located in North Hollywood, CA
and the most beloved figure in the world. He was also the rare athlete of his day who was photographed
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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Books
Materials
Paper
Equestrian Book, Prints, The Passing Seasons by Lionel Edwards
By Lionel Edwards
Located in Oxfordshire, GB
Lionel Edwards Book - The Passing Seasons.
Very rare limited edition book depicted by Lionel
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Vintage 1920s English Sporting Art Books
Materials
Paper
The Seven Seas by Rudyard Kipling First Edition
By Rudyard Kipling
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting an extremely rare first edition hardback copy of The Seven Seas by Rudyard Kipling from
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Antique Late 19th Century American Art Nouveau Books
Materials
Paper
Tarzan and the Lion Man by Edgar Rice Burroughs 1st Edition
By Edgar Rice Burroughs
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gloriously rare book Tarzan and the Lion Man by Edgar Rice Burroughs 1st Edition
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Books
Materials
Paper
Signed Araki's Magnum Opus: Complete Book Collection 1-20 + Satchin and Mabo
By Nobuyoshi Araki
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
, making it an exceptionally rare and unique piece for collectors. Whether you're an avid collector, art
Category
1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Books
Materials
Paper
H 8.86 in W 6.3 in D 0.79 in
Araki's Magnum Opus: Complete Book Collection 1-20 + Satchin and Mabo
By Nobuyoshi Araki
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
contemporary art, this limited edition set is a rare opportunity to witness the enduring impact of Nobuyoshi
Category
1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Books
Materials
Paper
A Chorus Of Colors Chinese Glass From Three American Collections, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
by Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, San Francisco, 1995. Softcover catalog. This book highlights
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1990s Books
Materials
Paper
Kennedys Amidst the Gathering Storm: A 1000 Days in London, 1938-1940, Signed
Located in valatie, NY
a large collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration and antiques with
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Books
Materials
Paper
H 9.25 in W 6 in D 1.25 in
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