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1950 Uniques Books Stanza Della Segnatura by Raphael Printed by Pope Pius XII
By Vatican Library
Located in Vigonza, Padua
Midcentury, unique seven books of the "Stanza della Segnatura" by Raphael, containing thirty-two
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Mid-20th Century Italian Other Historical Memorabilia

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Other

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Located in Brønshøj, DK
Transform your space with the timeless allure of our antique decorative books. Crafted with
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20th Century Danish Victorian Books

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Gold Leaf

Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
Library of Antique Leatherbound Books
H 11.82 in W 1.19 in D 5.91 in
Vera Wang On Weddings by Vera Wang Large Hardcover Book
By Vera Wang
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, delicate lacework, and unique embellishments. Influence and Popularity: Vera Wang's designs have been worn
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21st Century and Contemporary American Fashion Books

X-Ray, François Nars, 1st Edition, Powerhouse Books, 1999
Located in London, GB
First Edition, published by PowerHouse Books, New York, 1999. X-Ray is a captivating book by
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1990s American Post-Modern Books

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Paper

Terence Donovan, Fashion - Robin Muir - Art Books Publishing, 2012
By Terence Donovan 1
Located in London, GB
First edition, published by Art Books Publishing Ltd, 2012 A wonderfully unique book featuring a
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Late 20th Century British Books

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Paper

The Enchanted World Night Creatures Time-Life Books Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, reusable, self-adhesive stickers featuring glow-in-the-dark effects, these books provide a unique hands-on
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Late 20th Century Baroque Books

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Paper

Interior Decor Design & Source Books, Windows, Curtains, Furnishings, Paint, S/4
By Various Makers
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A group of four Interior Design source books, all hardcover with jackets. 77 Habits of Highly
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Late 20th Century American International Style Books

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Paper

Pair of Taschens Great Escapes Hotel Books From the Estate of Christian Audigier
By Angelika Taschen
Located in Waxahachie, TX
estate. 2 travel books. Synopsis: Featuring a selection of the most unique hotels and guesthouses from
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Early 2000s German Post-Modern Books

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Paper

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

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Linen, Paper

Sottsass Coffee Table Book Featuring Memphis Design, Phaidon, 2014
By Ettore Sottsass
Located in Atlanta, GA
dividers separating the time periods of Sottsass' work. His earliest works show a unique style that would
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2010s Chinese Design

David Webb The Quintessential American Jeweler Hardcover Book by Ruth Peltason
By Assouline Publishing, David Webb
Located in North Hollywood, CA
developed a style that was uniquely American. Published in 2013, on the 65th anniversary of the company
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21st Century and Contemporary American Couture

Over The Top: Helena Rubinstein Coffee Table Book, 2006
Located in Atlanta, GA
was also a stylemaker with unique taste for both personal adornment and decor. Her art collection
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Style

Alexandre Reza Dreams of Yesterday Realities of To-Day Book by Arlette Seta 1985
Located in North Hollywood, CA
provides a unique look at the life and work of one of the most important jewelers of the 20th century. The
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20th Century French Couture

Ralph Lauren Hardcover Large Volume First Edition Book by Rizzoli c 2007
By Ralph Lauren
Located in University City, MO
signature cinematic advertising campaigns. Lauren's aesthetic influence and unique design sensibility are
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Early 2000s Italian Clothes

The Story of Jewelry 1st ED. 1973 by J. Anderson Hardcover Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
book offers a unique way of exploring the world of vintage jewelry for experts, newcomers, and anyone
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20th Century Italian Couture

Kimono as Art The Landscapes of Itchiku Kubota by Dale Carolyn Gluckman Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, Kubota ultimately invented a unique method of decoration. His work combines stitch-resist and ink drawing
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20th Century Japanese Collection

Black Dolls: Unique African American Dolls, 1850–1930
Located in London, GB
Black Dolls by Margo Jefferson. Published by Radius Books/ Mingei International Museum, 2015
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Books

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Paper

Metal Toys from Nuremberg Unique Mechanical Toys Firm Georg Kellermann, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Metal Toys from Nuremberg: The Unique Mechanical Toys of the Firm of Georg Kellermann & Co. of
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1990s American Books

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Paper

Pair of 19th C. French Book Velum Containers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two containers made from antique velum books. They are triangular in shape, each adorned with a
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Books

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Parchment Paper

Signed Araki's Magnum Opus: Complete Book Collection 1-20 + Satchin and Mabo
By Nobuyoshi Araki
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
published in Japan in 1996 by Heibonsha Limited, Publisher. 21 books complete collection limited edition
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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

Araki's Magnum Opus: Complete Book Collection 1-20 + Satchin and Mabo
By Nobuyoshi Araki
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
published in Japan in 1996 by Heibonsha Limited, Publisher. 21 books complete collection limited edition
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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

Basquiat Keith Haring Roy Lichtenstein The Paris Review
By after Jean-Michel Basquiat
Located in Brooklyn, NY
of The Paris Review, with one uniquely featuring an 1983 interior spread of Jean-Michel Basquiat's
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Vintage 1980s Art Nouveau Books

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Paper

Georgian Architectural Designs and Details The Classic 1757 StyleBook
Located in valatie, NY
elements that demonstrate Swan's unique style. Designed, in his words, more for "Gentlemen of moderate
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paper

Heirloom Harvest: Modern Daguerreotypes of Historic Garden Treasures, Signed Ed
Located in valatie, NY
her family--she's also interested in preserving our agricultural heritage, beautiful and unique
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Paper

Graceland An Interactive Pop-Up Tour by Chuck Murphy and Priscilla Presley
Located in North Hollywood, CA
followers feel similarly, giving them a unique opportunity to enjoy Elvis's home from their own living room
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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Books

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Paper

E. BENEZIT - Dictionnaire Critique Et Documentaire Des Peintres, Sculpteure
Located in valatie, NY
175,000 artists, the Benezit is one of the most comprehensive and definitive resources on artists. Unique
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Mid-20th Century French Books

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Paper

Brooklyn: an Illustrated History (Critical Perspectives on the past) 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
unique character grows out of a rich and colorful history, a complex tapestry of developing neighborhoods
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1990s American Books

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Paper

1984 Nights at the Circus
By Angela Carter
Located in Bath, GB
A fine first edition copy of this unique and thrilling novel by Angela Carter, a wonderful example
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Vintage 1980s British Books

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Paper

1984 Nights at the Circus
1984 Nights at the Circus
H 9.5 in W 1 in D 6.5 in
100 Getaways Around the World by Margit J. Mayer TASCHEN Hardcover 2014
By TASCHEN
Located in North Hollywood, CA
World" by Margit J. Mayer. 2 Hardcover coffee table books in slipcase. new in wrap. Large format. Out of
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21st Century and Contemporary German Expressionist Books

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Paper

Pools by Kelly Klein an Architecture Coffee Table or Library Book, 1992
Located in New York, NY
, featuring iconic and unique photographs of swimming pools, in all their forms, from around the world. From
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Late 20th Century American Books

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Paper

Pair of Christie's Catalogs, The Exceptional Sale 2010 and 2013 London, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
. Since 2008 this unique sale platform has provided collectors with the opportunity to acquire
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21st Century and Contemporary English Books

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Paper

Vasarely Volumes I, II, III, IV Victor Vasarely, 1st Editions 1973-1979
By Victor Vasarely
Located in London, GB
books has their own unique motifs, themes and presentation processes. This series stands out from other
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Late 20th Century Swiss Books

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Paper

Ettore Sottsass: Minimum Design by Patrizia Ranzo (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
, glass, lighting and office machine design. His work was unique, much of it influenced by a desire to
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20th Century Books

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Paper

Ettore Sottsass: Minimum Design by Patrizia Ranzo (Book)
Ettore Sottsass: Minimum Design by Patrizia Ranzo (Book)
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H 12.38 in W 9.25 in D 0.75 in
Out East Houses and Gardens of the Hamptons Book by Jennifer Ash Rudick
By Jennifer Ash
Located in New York, NY
beauty of a unique locale—and when imagination is one’s only limitation. Out East captures the enduring
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Paper

EMILIO PUCCI Fashion Story Limited Edition Covered the Pucci Print Collection
By Emilio Pucci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
10,000 Copies. EMILIO PUCCI Fashion Story. Limited Edition, each unique copy is bound with one of a
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Books

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Paper

Tuscan Countess The Life & Extraordinary Times of Matilda Book by Michèle Spike
Located in New York, NY
climax of which took place at her castle of Canossa. This unique biography is also a journal of the
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Paper

1981 Lalique Glass Ilustrated Catalog Book by Dover Publications
By Lalique
Located in San Diego, CA
Great information on this unique catalog, purchased in France at an Antique bookstore.
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20th Century American Romantic Books

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Paper

Discovering the Mystery: Vintage Children's Book from USSR, circa 1990, 1J148
Located in Bordeaux, FR
, they are encouraged to reflect on the importance of secrets, trust, and the unique bond between people
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1990s Books

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Paper

Alyssa Kapito: Interiors
Located in New York, NY
working in design today. In this beautiful volume, Kapito shares her unique design philosophy and ten of
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Paper

Alyssa Kapito: Interiors
Alyssa Kapito: Interiors
H 13.3 in W 10.9 in D 1 in
Vintage Culinary Charm: Recipes Published in 1888 by Glasgow School of Cookery
Located in Langweer, NL
items. **Utility and Content:** - **Unique Recipes:** With chapters on various types of dishes
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Antique 1880s Books

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Paper

George Stubbs - Anatomy of the Horse 1938
Located in Pewsey, GB
lifetimes passion of George Stubb's, in the words of Sir Alfred Munnings ''The most unique thing of its kind
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Vintage 1930s British Early Victorian Books

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George Stubbs - Anatomy of the Horse 1938
George Stubbs - Anatomy of the Horse 1938
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American Approach to Antique Carpets the Y & B Bolour Collection Los Angeles USA
Located in North Hollywood, CA
, boasting an eclectic catalog of unique Turkish, Indian, European, Chinese, and Tribal rugs: “Y & B Bolour
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Late 20th Century American Islamic Books

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Paper

Hi-Fi
Located in New York City, NY
started to remove, Hi-Fi is essential reading. This unique book explores just how, when, and why the world
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Hi-Fi
Hi-Fi
H 10.625 in W 8.125 in D 1.3 in
Masterpieces of English Furniture, The Gerstenfeld Collection, 1st Edition
By Edward Lennox-Boyd
Located in valatie, NY
books, 1998 1st Edition thus hardcover with dust jacket. A unique collection of 18th century Furniture
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1990s American Books

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Paper

Ferrari. Signed, Collector's Edition Book & Marc Newson V12 Engine Casing
By Ferrari SRL, Marc Newson, TASCHEN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
documents to reveal the unique story behind Ferrari’s victories, its protagonists, and its legacy. Limited
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Books

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Aluminum, Chrome

Horst Interiors by Barbara Plumb Hardcover Book 1993 First Edition
Located in North Hollywood, CA
la Renta, Andy Warhol, Yves St. Laurent, and Palamo Picasso. A unique insider's view of the rooms
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Late 20th Century American American Classical Books

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Paper

Johnny Halliday Johnny Le Survivant French Edition Paperback 1st Edition
Located in North Hollywood, CA
confidential anecdotes make up the choice pieces of this unique anthology. Thirty-two pages of photos, most
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21st Century and Contemporary French Folk Art Books

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Paper

Colonial Elegance and Exotic Charm: A Visual & Poetic Journey through 1910 Burma
Located in Langweer, NL
Value: Its scarcity and the unique combination of visual and poetic documentation make this book a
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Vintage 1910s Books

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Paper

Nelken Fur Dich: Vintage German Book from USSR, circa 1982, 1J149
Located in Bordeaux, FR
from the USSR around 1982. This tender and compact softcover book holds a unique charm, making it an
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Vintage 1980s Books

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Paper

Modern Danish Furniture by Esbjorn Hiort (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Modern Danish Furniture is the third volume of a series of books on modern Danish applied art. This
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20th Century Books

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Paper

Modern Danish Furniture by Esbjorn Hiort (Book)
Modern Danish Furniture by Esbjorn Hiort (Book)
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H 11.75 in W 8.5 in D 0.63 in
Great Escapes South America By Christiane Reiter Taschen The Hotel Book
By TASCHEN, Angelika Taschen
Located in North Hollywood, CA
seek out the world's most unique and inspiring hotels, TASCHEN takes on South America. This diverse
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21st Century and Contemporary South American Folk Art Books

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Paper

Master Drawings from the Yale University Art Gallery 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog
Located in valatie, NY
-medieval model books and progressing to the verge of the modern period. The accompanying text--written by a
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Adam Fuss Mask by Adam Fuss and Peter Lamborn Wilson, 1st Ed Exhibition Catalog
Located in valatie, NY
rich iconography of African masks. Selecting particular masks for their unique designs and stark
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paper

Oversized Book Emilio Pucci Fashion Story Vanessa Friedman Limited Edition 2010
By Emilio Pucci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Edition of 10,000 Copies. Each unique copy is bound with one of a selection of limited print fabrics from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Books

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Paper

Emilio Pucci Fashion Story Oversized Book by Vanessa Friedman Taschen 2010
By Emilio Pucci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Edition of 10,000 Copies. Each unique copy is bound with one of a selection of limited print fabrics from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Books

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Paper

Fashion Faux Parr Signed Edition
Located in New York City, NY
influential fashion industry personalities Patrick Grant and Tabitha Simmons offer commentary on Parr’s unique
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2010s Chinese Books

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Fashion Faux Parr Signed Edition
Fashion Faux Parr Signed Edition
H 11 in W 7.88 in D 1.22 in
The Levantine Vegetarian Recipes from the Middle East
Located in New York City, NY
falafels, hummus, and tabbouleh, as well as unique dishes reflective of region, religion, and culture
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2010s Chinese Books

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Paper

Emilio Pucci - Fashion Story -Limited Edition Taschen 2010
By Emilio Pucci
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Edition of 10,000 Copies. Each unique copy is bound with one of a selection of limited print fabrics from
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Post-Modern Books

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Paper

Les diners de Gala. Barcelona: 1974. First Spanish Edition
Located in Austin, TX
-inspired world of Dalí, offering a rare glimpse into his culinary fascination. A unique collectible from
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Vintage 1970s Spanish Books

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Paper

Louise Bourgeois Made Giant Spiders and Wasn’t Sorry
Located in New York City, NY
female sculptor to have a solo exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York – a unique picture-book
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Books

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Unique Books For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of unique books is available on 1stDibs. A selection of these works in the contemporary, abstract and Pop Art styles can be found today in our inventory. These items have long been popular, with older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. If you’re looking to add unique books that pop against an otherwise neutral space in your home, the works available on 1stDibs include that feature elements of gray, black, brown, blue and more. There have been many well-done artworks of this subject over the years, but those made by Tyler Shields, Massimo Listri, Frank Arnold, Tony Dagradi and Joan Miró are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Frequently made by artists working in paper, pigment print and archival pigment print, all of these available pieces are unique and have attracted attention over the years.

How Much are Unique Books?

Unique books can differ in price owing to various characteristics — the average selling price for items in our inventory is $1,964, while the lowest priced sells for $20 and the highest can go for as much as $775,000.