Modern History Books

A first edition book by David Hicks, titled "David Hicks Style & Design." 1987 printing. Hardcover with dust jacket.

Antique print titled 'Front of the Cathedral of Notre Dame'. Old print of the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral, France. This print originates from 'One Hundred and Fifty Wood Cuts selec...

This book is the third in the comprehensive multi-volume series on the decorative arts of the Paris Salons 1895-1914, it provides a virtually com...

In 1931, aged 29, Jean Royère (1902-1981) resigned from a comfortable position in the import-export trade in order to set up business as an interior designer. He learnt his new trade in the cabinetmaking workshops of the Faubourg Saint-Antoine in Paris. In 1934, he designed the new layout of the Brasserie Carlton on the Champs Elysées and found immediate success, embarking upon an international career that was to endure for nearly half a century. Royère tackled all kinds of decoration work and opened branches in the Near East and Latin America; among his patrons were King Farouk, King Hussein...

Antique map titled 'Amérique septe. Physique'. Small map of the United States. lithographed by C. Callewaert brothers in Brussels circa 1870.

A stunning collection of twelve definitive Robert Kime projects, ranging from Bloomsbury to the Bahamas, from the Irish countryside to la France profonde. Magnificent, specially-comm...

Audrey: A Life in Pictures Carol Krenz Metrobooks, 1997. Beautiful colored pictures of Audrey that you will love. Wonderful big coffee table book. Remember Audrey in all her favorite pictures and poses. Virtual personal photo album of a legendary entertainer. Packed with photos that are complemented by informative captions, these stunning books tell the fascinating stories behind the lives and careers of some of the twentieth century's most recognizable personalities. or all those who love Audrey, here is an entertaining pictorial biography of Audrey Hepburn, whose beauty and poise captivated movie audiences fo more than 4 decades. More than 120 photographs, accompanied by detailed captions, capture the highlights of Audrey's extraordinary life and career - a must-have for all Audrey fans. Fantastic photographs of Audrey...

The Palm Beach Collection By: Jennifer Ash Rudick Photography by Jessica Klewicki Glynn and Nick Mele Take a guided tour through the entrancing homes and lush private gardens of Palm Beach, a subtropical island that has long boasted some of the most spectacular residences in the country, in this two–volume, slipcased set The allure of living in Palm Beach has continued unabated for more than a century, and no one is a greater authority on the island’s residences than Palm Beach native Jennifer Ash Rudick. Here, in The Palm Beach Collection, she has selected 50 of the most extraordinary homes—from restorations of iconic Mediterranean Revival mansions by legendary architects Addison Mizner, Marion Sims Wyeth, Maurice Fatio, and John Volk to charming bungalows, sprawling ranches, ultra–modern villas, and chic apartments. All are exceptionally designed by a who’s who of the interior design world, with names including Peter Marino, the late Carleton Varney, Tom Scheerer, Mark D. Sikes, Mimi McMakin, Amanda Lindroth, and Frank de Biasi. The homes’ lush settings are as beautiful as the interiors, with the help of such superb landscape architects as Jorge Sánchez...

The art of the French impressionists great large heavy art table book by Diane Kelder. A survey of works by French artists of the Impressionist movement focuses on Pissarro, Sisley, Manet, Morisot, Monet, Renoir, Cassatt, Degas, and Toulouse-Lautrec. Absolutely gorgeous extra large coffee table book - “The Great Book of French Impressionism...

Transform Your Space with the Bold Elegance of Antique Red Leatherbound Books. Immerse your surroundings in the unmatched sophistication of our antique decorative books—all meticulo...

Early 20th century pair of lawn bowls in original case, English. Lignum vitae bowls in leather travel case with expected wear. Marked "MM" & "B". Case: 10.5" w., 7.5" h., 5 3/8" d. ...

A scarce vintage book featuring the creations of the 20th century's top interior designers. When first published Decoration was already an impressive book, with its excellent colour photography, top-quality interiors and stellar cast of designers. It is now a decorating classic and is much sort after. The book's aim is to illustrate how to mix both traditional and contemporary elements in an interior. It does this through text and illustrations of an international selection of homes, owned and decorated by the likes of Francois Catroux, Valentino, David Mlinaric, David Hicks, Alberto Pinto, Charles...