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MILNE, A. A.. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST COLOR ED INSCRIBED BY CHRISTOPHER MILNE !
MILNE, A. A.. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST COLOR ED INSCRIBED BY CHRISTOPHER MILNE !

MILNE, A. A.. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST COLOR ED INSCRIBED BY CHRISTOPHER MILNE !

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: MILNE, A. A. TITLE: Winnie The Pooh. PUBLISHER: London: Methuen Children's Books, 1973. DESCRIPTION: FIRST COLOR EDITION FIRST PRINTING AND INSCRIBED BY CHRISTOPHER (ROBI...

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1970s British Vintage Books

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Leather

A. A. MILNE. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST EDITION - FIRST PRINTING - 1926 With The DJ
A. A. MILNE. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST EDITION - FIRST PRINTING - 1926 With The DJ

A. A. MILNE. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST EDITION - FIRST PRINTING - 1926 With The DJ

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: MILNE, A. A. TITLE: Winnie The Pooh. PUBLISHER: London: Methuen & Co. Ltd., 1926. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION FIRST ISSUE WITH THE DJ. 1 volume, illustrated by E. H. Sheph...

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1920s British Vintage Books

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Fabric

A. A. MILNE. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST EDITION - FIRST PRINTING - 1926 With The DJ
A. A. MILNE. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST EDITION - FIRST PRINTING - 1926 With The DJ

A. A. MILNE. Winnie The Pooh. FIRST EDITION - FIRST PRINTING - 1926 With The DJ

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: MILNE, A. A. TITLE: Winnie The Pooh. PUBLISHER: London: Methuen & Co. Ltd., 1926. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION FIRST ISSUE WITH THE DJ. 1 volume, illustrated by E. H. Sheph...

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1920s British Vintage Books

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Fabric

Aesop's Fables, Illustrated by Arthur Rackham
Aesop's Fables, Illustrated by Arthur Rackham

Aesop's Fables, Illustrated by Arthur Rackham

Located in Middletown, NY

Aesop's Fables; A new translation by V.S. Vernon Jones. With an introduction by G.K. Chesterton and illustrations by Arthur Rackham London / New York: William Heinemann / Doubleday,...

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Early 20th Century English Books

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Gold Leaf

Marvel Comics Library, Spider-Man, Vol. 2. 1965–1966, Collector’s Edition
Marvel Comics Library, Spider-Man, Vol. 2. 1965–1966, Collector’s Edition

Marvel Comics Library, Spider-Man, Vol. 2. 1965–1966, Collector’s Edition

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Web-Spinning, Super Villains, and Heartache Galore Stan Lee and Steve Ditko's Momentous Final Spider-Man Run Their collaboration on Spider-Man couldn’t last forever—but the five-ye...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Books

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Aluminum, Foil

Jenny Sais Quoi: Adventures in Vintage & Personal Style
Jenny Sais Quoi: Adventures in Vintage & Personal Style

Jenny Sais Quoi: Adventures in Vintage & Personal Style

By Phaidon

Located in New York, NY

A vibrant, charming celebration of personal style from one of the fashion world’s brightest stars ‘Part scrapbook, part sketchbook, part sartorial manifesto…A fashion book that feel...

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2010s Chinese Books

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Paper

Rare Antique 18th Century Dutch Leatherbound Family Bible Old & New Testament
Rare Antique 18th Century Dutch Leatherbound Family Bible Old & New Testament

Rare Antique 18th Century Dutch Leatherbound Family Bible Old & New Testament

Located in Dayton, OH

An 18th Century Dutch Folio Bible With New & Old Testament. Features a thick leather bound exterior with tooled leather, brass clasps and bracket. Often referred to as a "Keur...

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18th Century Dutch Antique Books

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Leather, Paper

Antique Reference Book, The Vegetable World, English, Louis Figuier, Victorian
Antique Reference Book, The Vegetable World, English, Louis Figuier, Victorian

Antique Reference Book, The Vegetable World, English, Louis Figuier, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique reference book, The Vegetable World. An English, hardback by Louis Figuier, dating to the High Victorian period, printed in 1868. Full title: The Vegetable World;...

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1860s British High Victorian Antique Books

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Paper

Martin Brudnizki, My Life in Colors
Martin Brudnizki, My Life in Colors

Martin Brudnizki, My Life in Colors

Located in New York, NY

Martin Brudnizki’s maximalist style and ability to transform high-profile venues into iconic spaces have earned him a prestigious reputation internati...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Paper

The History of the World by Sir Walter Raleigh – FIRST EDITION
The History of the World by Sir Walter Raleigh – FIRST EDITION

The History of the World by Sir Walter Raleigh – FIRST EDITION

Located in Middletown, NY

London: Printed by William Stansby for Walter Burre, 1614. FIRST EDITION Folio; 12 1/2 x 8 3/8 inches (317 x 212 mm). Collation: 40, ode, title page, Preface; 40, Contents of the Cha...

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Early 17th Century English Antique Books

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Gold Leaf

Amazing Collection of 18th / 19th Century Weathered Vellum Books
Amazing Collection of 18th / 19th Century Weathered Vellum Books

Amazing Collection of 18th / 19th Century Weathered Vellum Books

Located in Buisson, FR

Amazing collection of 5 extremely weathered vellum books, Spain/Italy 18th/ 19th century. Weathered and small losses and old repairs. More photo's available on request, please ask. ...

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18th Century Antique Books

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Parchment Paper

The Works of William Shakespeare - LIMITED EDITION - 10 SMALL FOLIO VOLS - 1901
The Works of William Shakespeare - LIMITED EDITION - 10 SMALL FOLIO VOLS - 1901

The Works of William Shakespeare - LIMITED EDITION - 10 SMALL FOLIO VOLS - 1901

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: SHAKESPEARE, William. TITLE: The Works of William Shakespeare. PUBLISHER: Edinburgh: for Grant Richards, 1901. DESCRIPTION: LIMITED EDITION. 10 vols., small folio, 12-15/...

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Early 1900s British Antique Books

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Leather

Summer by the Sea: Cottages from Watch Hill to Little Compton
Summer by the Sea: Cottages from Watch Hill to Little Compton

Summer by the Sea: Cottages from Watch Hill to Little Compton

Located in New York, NY

Noted architect Thomas Kligerman celebrates the magic of summer, exploring the seaside setting and design of secluded cottages facing the Atlantic along the Rhode Island coast Summe...

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2010s American Books

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Paper

Nike Football Boots
Nike Football Boots

Nike Football Boots

Located in New York, NY

The first book to chart the unprecedented history of Nike’s iconic football boots, from the evolution of their design to the legendary stars who have worn them Football (or soccer) ...

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2010s Chinese Books

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Paper

Design Reimagined: A Fresh and Colorful Take on Timeless Rooms
Design Reimagined: A Fresh and Colorful Take on Timeless Rooms

Design Reimagined: A Fresh and Colorful Take on Timeless Rooms

Located in New York, NY

Design Reimagined: A Fresh and Colorful Take on Timeless Rooms Author Corey Damen Jenkins, Foreword by Amy Astley The second book from AD100 and Elle Decor A-List designer Jenkins c...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Paper

The Coastal Garden
The Coastal Garden

The Coastal Garden

Located in New York, NY

Explore the world’s most stunning coastlines in this breathtaking collection of gardens by the sea Creating gardens in harmony with their environment is a key aspect of garden design today. Nowhere is this more apparent than in gardens created on our coastlines, whether that be atop a rocky Mediterranean cliffside, tucked in a sheltered bay on Britain’s south coast, or on the edge of a sandy beach in Australia. Rooted in their location and offering unforgettable water views, coastal gardens embody an atmosphere of tranquillity, beauty, and an intenseconnection with nature. The Coastal Garden invites readers to explore 48 extraordinary private gardens set along the world’s most iconic coastlines. These verdant spaces represent a broad variety of terrains, climates, and garden styles – from Bernard Trainor’s design for a surfing family, overlooking the waves in sunny California, to Ulf Nordfjell’s thoughtful, rambling garden on the southern coast of Sweden. The gardens address one of four different contexts for coastal environments: gardens atop rocky cliffs, planting for resiliency, framing ocean views, and gardens on the beach. The four chapters open with an exploratory text on the theme by writer and editor Sorrel Everton. Each garden feature is then brought to life through striking, large-scale color photographs and a short informative text, also written by Everton. Descriptive image captions provide further context, including planting information and special design details. Along with in-depth garden features, an introduction by acclaimed plantsman and designer Nigel Dunnett offers insights into both the natural obstacles and incredible benefits of coastal gardens. A garden directory at the back, organized geographically, allows for easy reference. Beautifully produced and filled with inspiration, The Coastal Garden will transport home gardeners, professional designers, and armchair travelers to these exceptional green spaces overlooking our oceans and seas. Featured garden designers include: Paul Bangay, Louis Benech, Isabel Duprat, Jennifer Gay, Daniel Hinkley, Phillip Johnson, Raymond Jungles, Ron Lutsko, Jean Mus, Watson + Pellacini, Rees Roberts...

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2010s Chinese Books

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Paper

Decorative Art 1959/1960
Decorative Art 1959/1960

Decorative Art 1959/1960

By Tapio Wirkkala, Gio Ponti, Berndt Friberg

Located in New York, NY

Survey of trends in modern architecture, furniture, and decorative arts, principally from Britain, Europe, the U.S., Latin America, and Japan, covering the years 1959-1960. Contains ...

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1950s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Books

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Paper

Dupré-Lafon Decorateur Des Millionaires by Thierry Couvrat Desvergnes (Book)
Dupré-Lafon Decorateur Des Millionaires by Thierry Couvrat Desvergnes (Book)

Dupré-Lafon Decorateur Des Millionaires by Thierry Couvrat Desvergnes (Book)

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

Hardback book with dust jacket, text is in French, 206 pages full of photographs, illustrations and drawings which showcase much of his amazing talent both as an interior designer an...

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20th Century Books

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Paper

East of the Sun and West of the Moon; Old Tales from the North, Kay Nielssen, il
East of the Sun and West of the Moon; Old Tales from the North, Kay Nielssen, il

East of the Sun and West of the Moon; Old Tales from the North, Kay Nielssen, il

Located in Middletown, NY

New York: George H Doran Company, (1922). First American Edition. 8vo, 9 x 6 1/2 inches 230 x 160 mm); 204 pp. 25 tipped-in color plates, including the frontispiece; illustrations ...

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Early 20th Century Modern Books

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Fabric, Paper

The Illustrious World – Rare Dutch Heraldic and Historical Masterwork, 1700
The Illustrious World – Rare Dutch Heraldic and Historical Masterwork, 1700

The Illustrious World – Rare Dutch Heraldic and Historical Masterwork, 1700

Located in Langweer, NL

De Doorluchtige Weereld – S. de Vries, François Halma, Amsterdam, 1700 Magnificent and complete three-volume set of De Doorluchtige Weereld (The Illustrious World), written by S. de...

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Early 18th Century Dutch Antique Books

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Paper

Artifacts: Fascinating Facts about Art, Artists, and the Art World
Artifacts: Fascinating Facts about Art, Artists, and the Art World

Artifacts: Fascinating Facts about Art, Artists, and the Art World

By Phaidon

Located in New York, NY

The perfect miscellany for every art lover – an essential and engaging collection of facts, figures, and findings about art, artists, and the art world, past and present This extraordinary compendium of compelling facts, figures, and findings gathers and distills obscure and fascinating information about art, artists, and the art world. Fun, surprising, and compelling, in this covetable book you will learn: – which artist’s work is stolen most often (Picasso) – names of artists’ pets: Fat Fat & Cous...

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2010s Chinese Books

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Paper

Nice Collection of 18th/19th Century Weathered Spanish Vellum Books
Nice Collection of 18th/19th Century Weathered Spanish Vellum Books

Nice Collection of 18th/19th Century Weathered Spanish Vellum Books

Located in Buisson, FR

Nice collection of six extremely weathered vellum books, Spain 18th/19th century. Weathered and small losses. H:20,5-22cm W:2,5-5cm D:15cm . More photo's are available on request.

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18th Century Spanish Antique Books

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Parchment Paper

Tænd! PH lampens historie, reference book about Poul Henningsen’s lamps
Tænd! PH lampens historie, reference book about Poul Henningsen’s lamps

Tænd! PH lampens historie, reference book about Poul Henningsen’s lamps

Located in Forserum, SE

Rare first edition of Tænd! PH lampens historie by Tina Jørstian and Poul Erik Munk Nielsen, published by Gyldendal in 1994. 304 pages. This impressive and comprehensive volume serve...

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1990s Danish Scandinavian Modern Books

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Salvador Dali Art Recipe Book, Les Diners de Gala, 1971 France, First Edition
Salvador Dali Art Recipe Book, Les Diners de Gala, 1971 France, First Edition

Salvador Dali Art Recipe Book, Les Diners de Gala, 1971 France, First Edition

Located in New York, NY

Welcome to surrealism. A rare, collectable, first edition, Salvador Dali art and recipe cookbook, 'Les Diners de Gala', 1971, Paris, France. (Copy/text is in English language.) A gre...

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20th Century French Books

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A Complete View of the Dress and Habits of the People of England by J. Strutt
A Complete View of the Dress and Habits of the People of England by J. Strutt

A Complete View of the Dress and Habits of the People of England by J. Strutt

Located in Middletown, NY

Strutt, Joseph A Complete View of the Dress and Habits of the People of England; from the establishment of the Saxons in Britain to the present time, illustrated by engravings taken ...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Books

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Gold Leaf

Studio Sofield Works
Studio Sofield Works

Studio Sofield Works

Located in New York, NY

Text by William Sofield and Emma O'Neill, Foreword by Tom Ford, Introduction by Mayer Rus, Contributions by John Oakes and Joel Silver and Paul Goldberger An extraordinary work of b...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Paper

1940s Chemistry Book Lot
1940s Chemistry Book Lot

1940s Chemistry Book Lot

Located in Savannah, GA

A group of 1940s chemistry books. on shelf: 11 inches wide by 6 ½ inches deep by 9 ½ inches tall

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1940s Vintage Books

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Paper

Summer Pops Up!
Summer Pops Up!

Summer Pops Up!

Located in New York, NY

Winner, 2025 Best Baby Book Prize from the French Ministry of Culture From family trips to ocean dips, experience summer’s everyday magic in this sturdy, neon pop-up book. With play...

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2010s Chinese Books

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Paper

Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator
Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator

Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator

Located in New York, NY

Mario Buatta: Anatomy of a Decorator Author Emily Evans Eerdmans, Foreword by Patricia Altschul The first authoritative assessment of Mario Buatta by a protégée of the decorator. Ne...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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DAHL, Roald. The Witches - FIRST EDITION SIGNED BY QUENTIN BLAKE - 1983
DAHL, Roald. The Witches - FIRST EDITION SIGNED BY QUENTIN BLAKE - 1983

DAHL, Roald. The Witches - FIRST EDITION SIGNED BY QUENTIN BLAKE - 1983

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: DAHL, Roald. TITLE: The Witches. PUBLISHER: London: Jonathan Cape, 1983. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION SIGNED BY THE ILLUSTRATOR. 1 vol., signed by Quentin Blake on the titl...

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1980s British Vintage Books

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Paper

James Bond by Ian Fleming, Complete Set of 14 First Edition Library (Book)
James Bond by Ian Fleming, Complete Set of 14 First Edition Library (Book)

James Bond by Ian Fleming, Complete Set of 14 First Edition Library (Book)

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

We are offering a complete set of all 14 of Ian Fleming's James Bond Books which were published by "First Edition Library" in slipcases in the early 1980's. These are exact replicas ...

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20th Century Books

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Paper

Ray Booth: The Expressive Home: Architecture and Interiors
Ray Booth: The Expressive Home: Architecture and Interiors

Ray Booth: The Expressive Home: Architecture and Interiors

Located in New York, NY

Ray Booth: The Expressive Home: Architecture and Interiors Author Ray Booth, with Judith Nasatir For his second book, Booth, a master of modern elegance, creates homes that are strikingly sophisticated and wonderfully livable at the same time. Booth showcases his innovative and sophisticated modern interiors, which mix a keen sense of tranquility with bold and elegant details, as well as homes renovated inside and out, and houses designed and decorated from the foundations up. Both his exteriors and interiors display a harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary elements, resulting in an appealingly timeless aesthetic. This exquisitely designed tome presents his forward-thinking vision. The spectacular projects featured span the country from coast to coast—from a dramatic Los Angeles hillside dwelling with expansive windows to a contemporary Nashville home that marries brick, metal, and wood. For his own Provincetown seaside getaway, he has chosen an unexpected cutting-edge style. These projects show how he pushes the boundaries of design while imbuing spaces with soul. About The Author Architecturally trained designer Ray Booth is a partner of the prestigious McALPINE firm who divides his time between Nashville and New York City. Booth’s work has received national recognition from the most prestigious lifestyle publications, including Architectural Digest, Elle Decor, and Veranda. He remains at the top of the industry’s design list with honors including 1stDibs 50...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Handwork: Handcrafted Objects that Made America
Handwork: Handcrafted Objects that Made America

Handwork: Handcrafted Objects that Made America

Located in New York, NY

Craft in America presents a compelling and essential portrait of American culture through an extraordinary range of handmade objects Handwork: Handcrafted Objects that Made America ...

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2010s American Books

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Interiors For Today
Interiors For Today

Interiors For Today

By Achille Castiglioni, Artemide

Located in New York, NY

First American edition of a survey of contemporary Italian interiors, published in 1975 by Studio Vista/Whitney Library of Design following its original publication in Italy in 1974. Edited by Franco Magnani and translated into English by Bobbi Mitchell. 4to (8.75” x 11.5”), hardcover with dust jacket, 156 pages, profusely illustrated with color reproductions. Showcases a range of interiors by Italian interior designers and architects, many lesser-known, including: De Rossi Coretti studio, Guido Veneziani, Puccinelli, Fabrizio Cocchia and Gianfranco Fini, Enrico Buzzi, Luigi Massoni, Piero Castellini...

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1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Books

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Collected Interiors, Rooms That Tell a Story
Collected Interiors, Rooms That Tell a Story

Collected Interiors, Rooms That Tell a Story

By Rizzoli International Publications

Located in New York, NY

Author Philip Mitchell and Judith Nasatir, Foreword by Bunny Williams Modern maximalist designer Philip Mitchell reveals his talent for blending collections, family heirlooms, con...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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The Art of Home
The Art of Home

The Art of Home

By Rizzoli International Publications

Located in New York, NY

The first book from designer Sara Story, who combines a global bohemian sensibility with a passion for art to curate clean but striking rooms that balance s...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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First Trade Edition of Winnie-the-Pooh signed by Author & Illustrator, with Orig
First Trade Edition of Winnie-the-Pooh signed by Author & Illustrator, with Orig

First Trade Edition of Winnie-the-Pooh signed by Author & Illustrator, with Orig

Located in Middletown, NY

Milne, A.A. (Alan Alexander): Winnie-the-Pooh An Exceptionally rare copy of the FIRST TRADE EDITION of Winnie-the-Pooh signed by both the Author and the Illustrator, with Original dust-jacket. London: Methuen, 1926.; First Trade Edition. Crown 8vo, 7 5/8 x 5 in (194 x 127 mm), pp. 158, full-page and text illustrations, illustrated endpapers with map of "100 Aker Wood... Drawn by me and Mr. Shepar Helpd (sic.)" Green cloth, gilt stamping on the front board with an illustration of Christopher Robin...

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1920s English Vintage Books

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Treetop Hideaways Treehouses for Adults
Treetop Hideaways Treehouses for Adults

Treetop Hideaways Treehouses for Adults

By Rizzoli International Publications

Located in New York, NY

A stunning array of rustic and charming treehouses from around the world for inspiration and for those who fantasize about getting away from it all. Whether it’s a yearning to escape the stress of day-to-day existence, or a desire to live more sustainably and to get closer to nature, more and more people are finding reasons to go off-grid, high above the ground. Today’s treehouses have evolved into shapes and sizes that nobody could ever have dreamed of. Philip Jodidio takes us on an exciting international tour of more than 36 structures, revealing how they are designed, built, and appreciated in a wide array of cultures and settings. Each treehouse is presented with breathtaking exterior and interior photography, giving readers an in-depth glimpse of this rapidly evolving symbiosis between nature and shelter, indoor and outdoor, and rustic and polished, in a definitive examination of tree-house living. For people interested in eco-friendly living, this book presents the most innovative inter-pretations of the genre, from a house nestled in the tree trunks of Norway to a hexagon-shaped shelter in Mystic, Connecticut. About The Author Philip Jodidio studied art history and economics at Harvard before moving to Paris, where he was editor in chief of the leading French art monthly Connaissance des Arts from 1980 to 2002. He has written more than 100 books...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Edward F. Caldwell Gothic Style Jeweled Champleve Enamel Antique Folio Cover
Edward F. Caldwell Gothic Style Jeweled Champleve Enamel Antique Folio Cover

Edward F. Caldwell Gothic Style Jeweled Champleve Enamel Antique Folio Cover

By Edward F. Caldwell & Co.

Located in New York, NY

A very rare, fine large Edward F. Caldwell jeweled champleve enamel folio cover in the High Gothic Style. The central panel depicting a King on a white horse holding a large orb with a snake symbol, surrounded by exquisitely detailed Gothic heraldic elements and jeweled embellishments. Burgundy velvet lined interior, retaining original leather backing and spine, wear commensurate with age, ideal for a museum or private collection. Measurements: 13.63 inches high, 11 inches wide, 1 inch deep Condition: the enamel panel is in excellent condition, age appropriate wear to velvet, leather and interior pages. Please note, the enamel panel may be removed and mounted on a modern folio if desired. This piece may be framed or displayed as a decorative panel on a stand Edward F. Caldwell & Co was established in 1895 in New York City at 31 East 17th Street and quickly became one of the premier designers and manufacturers of fine lighting and decorative objects. Their commissions included J.P. Morgan's residence, Saint Patrick's Cathedral, Vanderbilt Mansion, Henry Clay Frick residence, Harvard Club...

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Early 20th Century American Gothic Books

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Enamel

Arranging Things
Arranging Things

Arranging Things

By Rizzoli International Publications

Located in New York, NY

Author colin King, with Sam Cochran New York–based stylist Colin King shares his wisdom and insights for cultivating beauty in our everyday surroundings—...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Richard Avedon: Observations (1st Edition, Inscribed)
Richard Avedon: Observations (1st Edition, Inscribed)

Richard Avedon: Observations (1st Edition, Inscribed)

By Richard Avedon, Alexey Brodovitch

Located in New York, NY

First edition of this landmark photography book by Richard Avedon with text by Truman Capote, featuring portraits of cultural figures such as Marilyn Monroe, Brigitte Bardot, Alfred ...

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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Books

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Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat - FIRST EDITION - dust jacket & signed card
Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat - FIRST EDITION - dust jacket & signed card

Dr. Seuss, The Cat in the Hat - FIRST EDITION - dust jacket & signed card

Located in Middletown, NY

First Edition, third issue of Dr. Seuss' most famous book, accompanied by a card bearing the AUTHOR's SIGNATURE and a quick SKETCH of his famous "green egg." Seuss, Dr. (Theodor Seuss Geisel, 1904 – 1991) The Cat in the Hat New York: Random House, 1957. First edition, First Printing, Third Issue. Dust jacket. 8vo, 9 x 6 1/2" (230 x 165 mm), (2) + 61 + (1) pp; pictorial end papers, verso of free end paper blank, pictorial title page, copyright page. Binding with glazed pictorial paper cover over boards and title on spine, very light signs of wear at corners and spine ends, binding stitched at 1 inch intervals; upper cover illustrated and lettered with addition of "For beginner readers"; back cover with excerpts from reviews printed in letterpress below illustration of chalkboard reading Educators hail The Cat in the Hat. Printed in red, black, salmon, dark blue and light blue on wove paper, with bold illustrations on every spread; pages a touch yellowed on edges. On the back of the last page of text is a note on the book enclosed within a large outline in blue of Cat in the Hat. The ORIGINAL DUST WRAPPER in near fine condition, with just slight wear on corners and a chip on the bottom of the spine, reproduces the book's cover; front flap bears price on upper right corner, 195/195, indicating this is the second state of the dust jacket. Accompanied by a small drawing of a "green egg" with "Dr. Seuss" autograph in black ink with on a light green index card, 3 x 5 in. (76 x 127 mm). [Younger & Hirsch 7; Greenaway 95] Dr. Seuss was challenged by Houghton Mifflin's Education Division director, William Ellsworth Spaulding, to create a book for young children using the 225 essential words for beginning readers, a book they would not want to put down. Seuss used 223 of the words from the list, plus 13 others. Seuss tricked kids into enjoying learning with his destructive and charismatic house guest. Inspired in part by Krazy Kat and Felix the Cat, but with a wily mind all his own, the Cat in the Hat's humor and naughtiness are engaged in the noble cause of literacy. "Parents," notes biographer Brian Jay Jones, "were more than happy to join Dr. Seuss as fellow revolutionaries. Even if parents didn't necessarily understand the pedagogy, it was easy to see the difference between the staid DICK AND JANE...

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Mid-20th Century French Books

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Salvador Dalí Art Book by Robert Descharnes and Gilles Néret, Taschen Press
Salvador Dalí Art Book by Robert Descharnes and Gilles Néret, Taschen Press

Salvador Dalí Art Book by Robert Descharnes and Gilles Néret, Taschen Press

By Robert Descharnes

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Salvador Dalí 1904-1989 by Robert Descharnes and Gilles Néret With dust cover. Publisher: Taschen; First English-language Edition (November 1, 1998) Language: English Hardcov...

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21st Century and Contemporary German International Style Books

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The Eames Houses: Charles and Ray Eames Residential Architecture
The Eames Houses: Charles and Ray Eames Residential Architecture

The Eames Houses: Charles and Ray Eames Residential Architecture

Located in New York, NY

The first comprehensive overview of Charles and Ray Eames’s residential architecture The Eames Houses is the first comprehensive overview of Charles and Ray Eames’s residential arc...

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2010s Italian Books

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The Horizon Book of the Renaissance
The Horizon Book of the Renaissance

The Horizon Book of the Renaissance

Located in Bradenton, FL

The Horizon Book of the Renaissance. Boxed, cloth-covered hardcover book. Published by American Heritage Publishing Co., Inc., of New York in 1961. Printed in the United States of Am...

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1960s American Renaissance Vintage Books

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Pictures in the Collection of J. Pierpont Morgan, Princes Gate & Dover H, London
Pictures in the Collection of J. Pierpont Morgan, Princes Gate & Dover H, London

Pictures in the Collection of J. Pierpont Morgan, Princes Gate & Dover H, London

Located in Middletown, NY

Roberts, W. Pictures in the Collection of J. Pierpont Morgan at the Princes Gate and Dover House, London. London: Privately Printed, 1907. FIRST EDITION. Three volumes. Atlas folio...

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Early 20th Century English Books

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Gold Leaf

Original Catalog – Picasso Peintures 1955-1956 at Galerie Louise Leiris, 1957
Original Catalog – Picasso Peintures 1955-1956 at Galerie Louise Leiris, 1957

Original Catalog – Picasso Peintures 1955-1956 at Galerie Louise Leiris, 1957

By Pablo Picasso

Located in Barcelona, ES

Original Exhibition Catalog – Picasso Peintures 1955-1956 at Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris, 1957 Artist: Pablo Picasso Exhibition: Picasso Peintures 1955-1956 – Galerie Louise Leiri...

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1950s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Vintage Books

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Alphonse Mucha's Documents Decoratifs (Complete in Four Portfolios)
Alphonse Mucha's Documents Decoratifs (Complete in Four Portfolios)

Alphonse Mucha's Documents Decoratifs (Complete in Four Portfolios)

By Alphonse Mucha

Located in New York, NY

Suite of 72 lithographic plates on wove paper, many in color, plus expository pages (title page, half-title page, preface) and four covers. Published in Paris in 1902 by Librairie Ce...

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Books

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DICKENS. A Christmas Carol. FIRST EDITION 2ND ISSUE - IN ORIGINAL CLOTH - 1843
DICKENS. A Christmas Carol. FIRST EDITION 2ND ISSUE - IN ORIGINAL CLOTH - 1843

DICKENS. A Christmas Carol. FIRST EDITION 2ND ISSUE - IN ORIGINAL CLOTH - 1843

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles. TITLE: A Christmas Carol In Prose Being A Ghost Story of Christmas. PUBLISHER: London: Chapman and Hall, 1843. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION SECOND ISSUE. ...

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1840s British Antique Books

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Fabric

Ralph Lauren A Way of Living: Home, Design, Inspiration
Ralph Lauren A Way of Living: Home, Design, Inspiration

Ralph Lauren A Way of Living: Home, Design, Inspiration

Located in New York, NY

Ralph Lauren A Way of Living: Home, Design, Inspiration Author Ralph Lauren A stunning celebration of Ralph Lauren’s signature home collections—including the designer’s own homes—which have inspired the world of interior design for nearly half a century. The cinematic vision of Ralph Lauren is brought to life with a stunning and intimately written book that spans decades of innovation and influence by the iconic American designer. Ralph Lauren: A Way of Living, published by Rizzoli New York, commemorates the 40th anniversary of the home collection with the first comprehensive volume dedicated to the signature style of Ralph Lauren and his pioneering lifestyle approach to design. From trailblazing innovations that revolutionized the home industry to conceptualizing residential retailing and perfecting the art of hospitality, Lauren has created a multifaceted world that evokes emotion and inspires a more beautiful way of life. This special volume presents a visual timeline of Ralph Lauren’s remarkable history as a lifestyle innovator. Lauren’s unparalleled ability to seamlessly blend fashion and the home is illustrated with the groundbreaking designs and innovative use of materials that have distinguished the home collection since its inception in 1983: menswear-inspired Oxford Cloth bedding that required the creation of special looms and took two years to refine; the sleek RL-CF1 chair, crafted of carbon fiber and inspired by Lauren’s McLaren F1 racecar; and an appreciation for a timeworn, weathered aesthetic, as exemplified in the iconic Writer’s Chair with its hand-burnished leather and rich patina. Historic achievements such as the opening of his first New York City flagship on Madison Avenue – which invited guests to experience the complete World of Ralph Lauren...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Palaces of Naples by Donatella Mazzoleni, First Edition
Palaces of Naples by Donatella Mazzoleni, First Edition

Palaces of Naples by Donatella Mazzoleni, First Edition

By Donatella Mazzoleni

Located in valatie, NY

Palaces of Naples by Donatella Mazzoleni. New York: Rizzoli, 1999. Stated first edition hardcover with dust jacket. 321 pp. A beautifully photographed book on the palaces of Naples I...

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20th Century American Books

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Antique Military Reference Book, Deeds That Won the Empire, History, Illustrated
Antique Military Reference Book, Deeds That Won the Empire, History, Illustrated

Antique Military Reference Book, Deeds That Won the Empire, History, Illustrated

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique copy of Deeds That Won the Empire by W. H. Fitchett - an engaging bound and illustrated military history book presented in its intact, original order with only lig...

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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Books

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Paper

Vintage Webster’s New International Dictionary, First Edition (1929) Unabridged
Vintage Webster’s New International Dictionary, First Edition (1929) Unabridged

Vintage Webster’s New International Dictionary, First Edition (1929) Unabridged

Located in San Diego, CA

A striking and substantial 1929 printing of Webster’s New International Dictionary, First Edition, presented here in its classic unabridged format with beautifully preserved thumb in...

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1920s American Victorian Vintage Books

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Ann Lowe: American Couturier
Ann Lowe: American Couturier

Ann Lowe: American Couturier

By Rizzoli International Publications

Located in New York, NY

The definitive illustrated volume on the work and life of Ann Lowe, a consummate couturier who designed lavish evening and bridal gowns for members of America...

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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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The Impossible Collection of Fashion - Assouiline
The Impossible Collection of Fashion - Assouiline

The Impossible Collection of Fashion - Assouiline

By Assouline Publishing

Located in Miami, FL

In this limited edition, Ultimate Collection format linen clamshell and handmade oversized fashion coffee table book, Valerie Steele flexes her curatorial muscle by showcasing the mo...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Books

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Fabric, Paper

Fine Limited Edition Leatherbound Set of George Eliot's Works in 25 Volumes
Fine Limited Edition Leatherbound Set of George Eliot's Works in 25 Volumes

Fine Limited Edition Leatherbound Set of George Eliot's Works in 25 Volumes

Located in San Francisco, CA

The complete works of George Eliot, the pen name of Mary Ann Evans (1819-1880), bound in 25 brown morocco leather volumes, published by Houghton Mifflin & Company Boston and New York...

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Early 20th Century Victorian Books

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Leather, Paper

The Complete Works Of Charles Dickens - 36 vols. - IN A FINE LEATHER BINDING !
The Complete Works Of Charles Dickens - 36 vols. - IN A FINE LEATHER BINDING !

The Complete Works Of Charles Dickens - 36 vols. - IN A FINE LEATHER BINDING !

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles. TITLE: The Complete Works Of Charles Dickens. PUBLISHER: NY: Chas. Scribner's Sons, 1902. DESCRIPTION: 36 vols., 8-1/4" x 6", all illustrations after th...

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Early 1900s American Antique Books

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Leather

Complete Works Of Ralph Waldo Emerson. AUTOGRAPH CENTENARY EDITION - 12 VOLUMES
Complete Works Of Ralph Waldo Emerson. AUTOGRAPH CENTENARY EDITION - 12 VOLUMES

Complete Works Of Ralph Waldo Emerson. AUTOGRAPH CENTENARY EDITION - 12 VOLUMES

Located in Hillsborough, NJ

AUTHOR: EMERSON, Ralph Waldo. TITLE: The Complete Works Of Ralph Waldo Emerson. With a biographical introduction and notes by Edward Waldo Emerson and a general index. PUBLISHER: ...

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Early 1900s British Antique Books

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Leather

The Poems of John Keats – KELMSCOTT PRESS
The Poems of John Keats – KELMSCOTT PRESS

The Poems of John Keats – KELMSCOTT PRESS

Located in Middletown, NY

Hammersmith: Kelmscott Press, 1894. Limited Edition Octavo, 8 1/4 x 5.5 in (206 x 140 mm) 392 pp. Edited by F.S. Ellis. One of 300 copies on Flower paper, printed in red and black i...

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Late 19th Century English Antique Books

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Gold Leaf

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