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  • Panoramique du Cinéma illustré de 80 Photographies by MOUSSINAC, Leon
    MOUSSINAC, Leon
    Panoramique du Cinéma illustré de 80 Photographies

    Paris: Sans Pareil, 1929. First edition softback. Rebound in plain grey paper wrappers. Covers clean and tidy. pages are slightly darkened but still in very good condition. a detailed survey of the film industry at the end of the silent film era. Illustrated with 80 b/w photographic reproductions, this work written by the eminent French cinema historian sheds a valuable light on an industry about to enter the age of the "talkies." 150 pages. 230 by 160mm (9 by 6¼ inches). Première édition broché. Dans des emballages en papier gris uni. Couvertures propres et bien rangées. les pages sont légèrement noircies mais toujours en très bon état. une étude détaillée de l'industrie cinématographique à la fin de l'ère du…

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    Paris: Sans Pareil, 1929. First edition softback. Rebound in plain grey paper wrappers. Covers clean and tidy. pages are slightly darkened but still in very good condition. a detailed survey of the film industry at the end of the silent film era. Illustrated with 80 b/w photographic reproductions, this work written by the eminent French cinema historian sheds a valuable light on an industry about to enter the age of the "talkies." 150 pages. 230 by 160mm (9 by 6¼ inches). Première édition broché. Dans des emballages en papier gris uni. Couvertures propres et bien rangées. les pages sont légèrement noircies mais toujours en très bon état. une étude détaillée de l'industrie cinématographique à la fin de l'ère du cinéma muet. Illustré de 80 reproductions photographiques n/b, cet ouvrage de l'éminent historien du cinéma français jette un éclairage précieux sur une industrie qui s'apprête à entrer dans l'ère des « talkies ». 150 pages. 230 x 160 mm

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  • Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained by MILTON, John
    MILTON, John
    Paradise Lost and Paradise Regained

    London: The Cresset Press, 1931. Two volumes. Folio. One of 195 copies on Batchelor's handmade paper. (This copy #105). Set in type from a copy of the Revised 1674 edition (Paradise Lost) and the first edition of 1671 (Paradise Regained). Twenty wood-engravings (16 full-page, plus head- and tail-pieces in each volume) were designed and engraved on wood by Demitrios Galanis. Title page and Initial letters designed by Anna Simmons. The copies were printed Bernard Newdigate at Shakespeare Head Press, in Oxford. Volume I, (i)-xii, (1)-442, colophon; Volume II, (i-vi), (1)-88, colophon. 370 x 260 mm (14¾ x 10½ inches). Sold with this item, is a prospectus for this work, dated 1930, by Cresset Press, New York. This is printed…

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    London: The Cresset Press, 1931. Two volumes. Folio. One of 195 copies on Batchelor's handmade paper. (This copy #105). Set in type from a copy of the Revised 1674 edition (Paradise Lost) and the first edition of 1671 (Paradise Regained). Twenty wood-engravings (16 full-page, plus head- and tail-pieces in each volume) were designed and engraved on wood by Demitrios Galanis. Title page and Initial letters designed by Anna Simmons. The copies were printed Bernard Newdigate at Shakespeare Head Press, in Oxford. Volume I, (i)-xii, (1)-442, colophon; Volume II, (i-vi), (1)-88, colophon. 370 x 260 mm (14¾ x 10½ inches). Sold with this item, is a prospectus for this work, dated 1930, by Cresset Press, New York. This is printed in red and black 720 mm x 500 mm. Folded. Contains two engravings (one full page) and a leaf of the text. To the rear, is an apology to the Golden Cockerel Press for publishing a Milton at the same time that they are.

    "The last and most beautiful book issued by the Cresset Press" (Sothebys).
    Mr D. Galanis "Who, on the continent, is considered one of the finest contemporary wood-engravers" (Cresset advertising leaflet).

    No slipcase. Marking to the covers and an area of damp staining to the back of Volume II. Inside, Volume I is spotless. There is a fractional staining to the last few leaves of Volume II (corresponding to the damp stain on the boards). Otherwise in excellent condition.

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    Book ID: 2597
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  • Paris. by HARE, Augustus J. C.
    HARE, Augustus J. C.
    Paris.

    London: George Allen, 1900. Second, revised edition. Two volumes. Original blue cloth, decorated in gilt and red. Binding in excellent condition, clean and bright. Internally clean and bright throughout. A lovely copy. Small bookplate to the title page states that these volumes belonged to the Byron Library, which was housed in the l'Hotel Continental in Rue Castiglione. 268, 290, (10) pp. 165 x 115 mm (6½ x 4½ inches). Deuxième édition révisée. Deux tomes. Toile bleue d'origine, décorée d'or et de rouge. Reliure en excellent état, propre et lumineuse. Intérieurement propre et lumineux. Un bel exemplaire. Un petit ex-libris à la page de titre indique que ces volumes appartenaient à la bibliothèque Byron, qui était logée dans l'Hôtel Continental…

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    London: George Allen, 1900. Second, revised edition. Two volumes. Original blue cloth, decorated in gilt and red. Binding in excellent condition, clean and bright. Internally clean and bright throughout. A lovely copy. Small bookplate to the title page states that these volumes belonged to the Byron Library, which was housed in the l'Hotel Continental in Rue Castiglione. 268, 290, (10) pp. 165 x 115 mm (6½ x 4½ inches). Deuxième édition révisée. Deux tomes. Toile bleue d'origine, décorée d'or et de rouge. Reliure en excellent état, propre et lumineuse. Intérieurement propre et lumineux. Un bel exemplaire. Un petit ex-libris à la page de titre indique que ces volumes appartenaient à la bibliothèque Byron, qui était logée dans l'Hôtel Continental de la rue Castiglione. 268, 290, (10) pages 165 x 115 mm

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  • Paris des Reves. 75 photographies d' Izis Bidermanas by BIDERMANAS, Izis,
    BIDERMANAS, Izis,
    Paris des Reves. 75 photographies d' Izis Bidermanas

    Paris: Éditions Clairefontaine, 1950. Original first edition softback, with integral dust wrapper. A series of hand written quotations (in French) to each verso, with an evocative photograph opposite. This copy is complete with the three slips translating Henry Miller's English text into French (these are often lacking). Small ex-libris, otherwise very clean and tidy. We also have a signed copy of this work - please enquire. 157 pages + table. 285 x 225 mm (11¼ x 8¾ inches) Couverture souple originale de première édition, avec emballage anti-poussière intégré. Une série de citations manuscrites à chaque verso, avec une photo évocatrice ci-contre. Cet exemplaire est complet avec les trois feuillets traduisant le texte anglais d'Henry Miller en français (ceux-ci font…

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    Paris: Éditions Clairefontaine, 1950. Original first edition softback, with integral dust wrapper. A series of hand written quotations (in French) to each verso, with an evocative photograph opposite. This copy is complete with the three slips translating Henry Miller's English text into French (these are often lacking). Small ex-libris, otherwise very clean and tidy. We also have a signed copy of this work - please enquire. 157 pages + table. 285 x 225 mm (11¼ x 8¾ inches) Couverture souple originale de première édition, avec emballage anti-poussière intégré. Une série de citations manuscrites à chaque verso, avec une photo évocatrice ci-contre. Cet exemplaire est complet avec les trois feuillets traduisant le texte anglais d'Henry Miller en français (ceux-ci font souvent défaut). Petit ex-libris, sinon très propre et bien rangé. Nous avons également une copie signée de ce travail - veuillez vous renseigner. 157 pages + tableau. 285 x 225 mm (11¼ x 8¾ pouces)

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  • Paris des Rêves. 75 photographies d'Izis Bidermanas. by BIDERMANAS, Izis
    BIDERMANAS, Izis
    Paris des Rêves. 75 photographies d'Izis Bidermanas.

    Lausanne: Editions Clairefontaine, 1950. Signed with a gift inscription by Izis Bidermanas. Original first edition softback, with integral dust wrapper. A series of hand written quotations (in French) to each verso, with an evocative photograph opposite. This copy is complete with the three slips translating Henry Miller's text into French (these are often lacking). Signed copies of this work are very scarce. The covers are a little worn to the head and tail of the spine, but still attractive. Internally clean and tidy throughout. 280 x 225 mm (11 by 8¾ inches). Signé d'une inscription cadeau par Izis Bidermanas. Couverture souple originale de première édition, avec emballage anti-poussière intégré. Une série de citations manuscrites (en français) à chaque verso,…

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    Lausanne: Editions Clairefontaine, 1950. Signed with a gift inscription by Izis Bidermanas. Original first edition softback, with integral dust wrapper. A series of hand written quotations (in French) to each verso, with an evocative photograph opposite. This copy is complete with the three slips translating Henry Miller's text into French (these are often lacking). Signed copies of this work are very scarce. The covers are a little worn to the head and tail of the spine, but still attractive. Internally clean and tidy throughout. 280 x 225 mm (11 by 8¾ inches). Signé d'une inscription cadeau par Izis Bidermanas. Couverture souple originale de première édition, avec emballage anti-poussière intégré. Une série de citations manuscrites (en français) à chaque verso, avec une photo évocatrice ci-contre. Cet exemplaire est complet des trois feuillets traduisant le texte d'Henry Miller en français (ceux-ci font souvent défaut). Les exemplaires signés de cet ouvrage sont très rares. Les couvertures sont un peu usées à la tête et à la queue de la colonne vertébrale, mais toujours attrayantes. Intérieurement propre et bien rangé. 280 x 225 mm

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    Book ID: 2422
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  • Paris en Poche, Guide Pratique Conty. by CONTY
    CONTY
    Paris en Poche, Guide Pratique Conty. Collection des guides Conty.

    Paris: Office des guides Conty. Fourth Edition. 1885 (identified from the three coloured sections to the rear). Red cloth with gilt decoration to the front and rear boards. A touch of creasing and darkening to the rear. Pages are clean and tidy, in Very Good condition throughout. Blue advertising end papers. Attractive engraved illustrations throughout. Folding map of the Bois de Boulogne and large folding map of Paris in a pocket to the rear. Complete. The guide is in four sections. Similar to a Baedeker. The white pages give important information about churches, galleries, museums and parks etc. Next the yellow pages provide a guide to hotels, restaurants and cafes (up to date 1885). The blue pages then give…

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    Paris: Office des guides Conty. Fourth Edition. 1885 (identified from the three coloured sections to the rear). Red cloth with gilt decoration to the front and rear boards. A touch of creasing and darkening to the rear. Pages are clean and tidy, in Very Good condition throughout. Blue advertising end papers. Attractive engraved illustrations throughout. Folding map of the Bois de Boulogne and large folding map of Paris in a pocket to the rear. Complete. The guide is in four sections. Similar to a Baedeker. The white pages give important information about churches, galleries, museums and parks etc. Next the yellow pages provide a guide to hotels, restaurants and cafes (up to date 1885). The blue pages then give information on "Paris Industriel" - notable companies etc. (up to date 1885). Finally the rose pages (now faded to white) are illustrated adverts. An attractive and interesting work. 280, 36, [36], 72, viii (index) pp. 140 by 90mm (5½ by 3½ inches). 4e édition. 1885 (identifié à partir des trois sections colorées à l'arrière). Toile rouge à décor doré sur les plats avant et arrière. Une touche de plis et d'assombrissement à l'arrière. Les pages sont propres et bien rangées, en très bon état général. Papiers de fin de publicité bleus. Illustrations gravées attrayantes partout. Plan dépliant du Bois de Boulogne et grand plan dépliant de Paris dans une pochette à l'arrière. (Complet. Le guide est en quatre sections. Semblable à un Baedeker, les pages blanches donnent des informations importantes sur les églises, les galeries, les musées et les parcs, etc. Ensuite, les pages jaunes fournissent un guide des hôtels, des restaurants et des cafés (à jour de 1885). Les pages bleues donnent ensuite des informations sur "Paris Industriel" - entreprises notables etc. (à jour 1885). Enfin les pages roses (désormais passées au blanc) sont des publicités illustrées. Ouvrage attrayant et intéressant. 280, 36, [36 ], 72, viii (index) p. 140 x 90 mm

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  • Paris + Klein. by KLEIN, William
    KLEIN, William
    Paris + Klein.

    Paris: MARVAL, 2005. First French edition. Large, heavy hardback cloth covered book. In original, unclipped, near fine dust jacket. Both book and jacket in near fine condition.
    Hundreds of William Klein's photographs - from the 1960s onward. His signature colour and b/w compositions feature: people on the street, celebrities, protests, fashion, the police, politics, the Metro, etc. Unpaginated. 346 pages. 350 x 255 mm (13¾ x 10 inches).

    . Première édition française. Grand et lourd livre cartonné. Dans sa jaquette d'origine, déclipsée, presque fine. Livre et jaquette en très bon état.
    Des centaines de photographies de William Klein - à partir des années 1960. Ses compositions couleur et n/b caractéristiques : les gens dans la rue, les célébrités,…

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    Paris: MARVAL, 2005. First French edition. Large, heavy hardback cloth covered book. In original, unclipped, near fine dust jacket. Both book and jacket in near fine condition.
    Hundreds of William Klein's photographs - from the 1960s onward. His signature colour and b/w compositions feature: people on the street, celebrities, protests, fashion, the police, politics, the Metro, etc. Unpaginated. 346 pages. 350 x 255 mm (13¾ x 10 inches).

    . Première édition française. Grand et lourd livre cartonné. Dans sa jaquette d'origine, déclipsée, presque fine. Livre et jaquette en très bon état.
    Des centaines de photographies de William Klein - à partir des années 1960. Ses compositions couleur et n/b caractéristiques : les gens dans la rue, les célébrités, les manifestations, la mode, la police, la politique, le Métro, etc. Non paginé. 346 pages. 350 × 255 mm

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  • Paris Magnum Photographs 1935-198.1 by SHAW, Irwin
    SHAW, Irwin
    Paris Magnum Photographs 1935-198.1

    New York: Aperture, 1981. Black and white photo book of photographs of Paris, published by Magnum. Grey cloth and gilt titles, with golden dust wrapper. Slight fading to the wrapper spine, and very slight handling. Otherwise book and wrapper are in excellent shape. Introduction by Inge Morah. Text in English. 112 pages. 310 x 235 mm (12¼ x 9¼ inches). Livre photo noir et blanc de photographies de Paris, édité par Magnum. Toile grise et titres dorés, avec couverture en poussière d'or. Légère décoloration au dos de la cape, et très légère manipulation. Sinon, le livre et l'emballage sont en excellent état. Introduction par Inge Morah. Texte en anglais. 112 pages. 310 x 235 mm

    Book ID: 2942
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  • Parisian Couple Dancing at the Be bop Cellar at Vieux Colombier / Couple parisien dansant à la cave Be bop du Vieux Colombier by DOISNEAU, Robert.
    DOISNEAU, Robert.
    Parisian Couple Dancing at the Be bop Cellar at Vieux Colombier / Couple parisien dansant à la cave Be bop du Vieux Colombier

    Na, 1951. Silver gelatin photograph under white passe partout. Originally photographed in Paris in 1951, this is a later (undated) reprint of the original negative - probably from the 1980's. No printer recorded. To the rear of the photograph is written (in pencil) "Robert Doisneau +/- 1951" (not signed by him). Image size is 250 mm x 200 mm. Passe Partout is 500 mm x 400 mm. Both photograph and mount are in good, clean, unblemished condition.

    . Photographie gélatino-argentique sous passe partout blanc. Photographié à l'origine à Paris en 1951, il s'agit d'une réimpression ultérieure (non datée) du négatif original - probablement des années 1980. Aucune imprimante enregistrée. Au dos de la photographie est écrit (au crayon)…

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    Na, 1951. Silver gelatin photograph under white passe partout. Originally photographed in Paris in 1951, this is a later (undated) reprint of the original negative - probably from the 1980's. No printer recorded. To the rear of the photograph is written (in pencil) "Robert Doisneau +/- 1951" (not signed by him). Image size is 250 mm x 200 mm. Passe Partout is 500 mm x 400 mm. Both photograph and mount are in good, clean, unblemished condition.

    . Photographie gélatino-argentique sous passe partout blanc. Photographié à l'origine à Paris en 1951, il s'agit d'une réimpression ultérieure (non datée) du négatif original - probablement des années 1980. Aucune imprimante enregistrée. Au dos de la photographie est écrit (au crayon) « Robert Doisneau +/- 1951 » (non signé par lui). La taille de l'image est de 25 cm x 20 cm. Passe Partout est de 50 cm x 40 cm. La photographie et le montage sont en bon état, propres et sans tache.

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    Book ID: 3838
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  • Parliament for Europe. by MARQUAND, David
    MARQUAND, David
    Parliament for Europe.

    Jonathan Cape Ltd, 1979. First edition hardback in original unclipped dust jacket. David Marquand is an academic and former Member of Parliament. Marquand resigned his seat to work as Chief Advisor (1977 to 1978) to his mentor Roy Jenkins who had been appointed President of the European Commission. This is one of several books of this type that were published in the late 1970s on direct elections and the European Parliament. Adopting a pro-community position, Marquand picks up on a number of themes, and, in a highly readable, talkative manner, gives his point of view on accepted myths concerning the Community and direct elections. Both dust jacket and book are in a very good condition. 147 pages (including index). 225 x 140 mm (8¾ x 5½ inches).

    Book ID: 3583
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  • Paroles prononcées le 7 Février 1903 sur la tombe d Mademoiselle E. LOZOUET au Cimetiére de Pére-Lachaise by M.J.C.
    M.J.C.
    Paroles prononcées le 7 Février 1903 sur la tombe d Mademoiselle E. LOZOUET au Cimetiére de Pére-Lachaise

    Paris: Philippe Renouard, 1903. An anonymous essay on the charitable and good works of Mademoiselle E. Lozuet, followed by the eulogy spoken at her grave-side by M.J.C. Lozuet was clearly a compassionate woman, who anonymously gave away all of the income she inherited in good works. Half black leather binding, with black marbled boards. Gilt title to spine. A little rubbing to the edge of the boards. Marbled end papers. Sepia photograph of Mademoiselle Lozuet and tissue guard, followed by the two essays. Good clean copy, with just a few light foxing spots. There is a slight bowing to the boards, but not major. 12 pages. 260 by 165mm (10¼ by 6½ inches).

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    Paris: Philippe Renouard, 1903. An anonymous essay on the charitable and good works of Mademoiselle E. Lozuet, followed by the eulogy spoken at her grave-side by M.J.C. Lozuet was clearly a compassionate woman, who anonymously gave away all of the income she inherited in good works. Half black leather binding, with black marbled boards. Gilt title to spine. A little rubbing to the edge of the boards. Marbled end papers. Sepia photograph of Mademoiselle Lozuet and tissue guard, followed by the two essays. Good clean copy, with just a few light foxing spots. There is a slight bowing to the boards, but not major. 12 pages. 260 by 165mm (10¼ by 6½ inches).

    . Essai anonyme sur les œuvres de charité et de bienfaisance de Mademoiselle E. Lozuet, suivi de l'éloge funèbre prononcé sur sa tombe par M.J.C. Lozuet était manifestement une femme compatissante, qui a donné anonymement tous les revenus dont elle a hérité à des œuvres de bienfaisance. Reliure en demi-cuir noir, plats marbrés noirs. Titre doré au dos. Quelques frottements sur le bord des plats. Papiers de fin marbrés. Photographie sépia de Mademoiselle Lozuet, suivie des deux essais. Bon exemplaire propre, avec quelques légères rousseurs. Les planches sont légèrement arrondies, mais sans gravité. 12 pages. 260 x 165 mm

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    Book ID: 4241
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  • Parrot / Papegaai by SALENTIJN, Kees
    SALENTIJN, Kees
    Parrot / Papegaai

    1947. A limited edition print by Dutch figurative painter Kees Salentijn. Colourful parrot numbered # 59 of 120; on rag paper. Signed by the artist. The image is sized 240 x 170 mm (9½ x 6¾ inches). It is held behind passe partout and in an aluminium glazed Barth frame. The item is sold in the frame. Total size: 335 by 300 mm (13¼ by 11¾ inches). Beautiful condition. Frame is also in excellent condition. Kees Salentijn was born in 1947, and attended the Rijksacademie voor Beeldende Kunsten in Amsterdam with O.B. Kat as his mentor.

    Book ID: 3096
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  • Partners in Diplomacy by SMEDLEY, Beryl
    SMEDLEY, Beryl
    Partners in Diplomacy

    Ferring, Sussex: The Harley Press, 1990. Signed by the author to title page. First edition hardback in original unclipped dust jacket. With many b/w photos. The author, Lady Smedley (herself the wife of a British diplomat) tells the stories of nearly 300 years' worth of women who supported their diplomatic husbands - and some who didn't! 214 pages. 240 x 160 mm (9½ x 6¼ inches).

    Book ID: 3670
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  • Paul Hogarth's American Album. by HOGARTH, Paul
    HOGARTH, Paul
    Paul Hogarth's American Album. Drawings 1962 -65 with notes from a journal

    London: Lion and Unicorn Press / RCA, 1973. First Edition. Large format. Original pictorial boards and dust jacket. Number 362 of a limited edition (not specified). A very copy in a very good, unclipped dust jacket. Now in mylar protective wrap. 72 pages. 405 x 290 mm (16 x 11½ inches). Paul Hogarth, OBE, RA was an English artist and illustrator. Named after the Festival of Britain's Lion and the Unicorn Pavilion, the 'Lion and Unicorn Press' was established with the aim of producing finely designed and typeset books, illustrated, printed and bound at the Royal College of Art.

    Book ID: 2815
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  • Paul Robeson. The Life and Times of a Free Black Man. by HAMILTON, Virginia
    HAMILTON, Virginia
    Paul Robeson. The Life and Times of a Free Black Man.

    New York: Harper & Row, 1974. First Edition. Hardback, in original unclipped dust jacket. Brings to life the legendary athlete, lawyer, actor, singer, scholar, and activist, who passionately believed in equality for all, and wasn't afraid to say as much in his efforts to defend the rights and interests of black Americans. In good overall condition, with some rubbing to the dust jacket - shown in photographs. xvi, 217 pp. 215 x 150 mm (8½ x 6 inches).

    . Première édition. Livre relié, dans sa jaquette d'origine non décousue. Fait revivre le légendaire athlète, avocat, acteur, chanteur, érudit et activiste, qui croyait passionnément en l'égalité pour tous et n'avait pas peur de le dire dans ses efforts pour défendre…

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    New York: Harper & Row, 1974. First Edition. Hardback, in original unclipped dust jacket. Brings to life the legendary athlete, lawyer, actor, singer, scholar, and activist, who passionately believed in equality for all, and wasn't afraid to say as much in his efforts to defend the rights and interests of black Americans. In good overall condition, with some rubbing to the dust jacket - shown in photographs. xvi, 217 pp. 215 x 150 mm (8½ x 6 inches).

    . Première édition. Livre relié, dans sa jaquette d'origine non décousue. Fait revivre le légendaire athlète, avocat, acteur, chanteur, érudit et activiste, qui croyait passionnément en l'égalité pour tous et n'avait pas peur de le dire dans ses efforts pour défendre les droits et les intérêts des Noirs américains. En bon état général, avec quelques frottements sur la jaquette - illustrés par des photographies. xvi, 217 pp. 215 x 150 mm

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  • Peindre. Avec un Portrait inedit de l'auteur par Pablo Picasso by SALMON, André
    SALMON, André
    Peindre. Avec un Portrait inedit de l'auteur par Pablo Picasso

    Paris: Aux Editions de La Sirène, 1921. First edition. 684/ 900 copies on papier Lafuma. Early rebind. Hardback paper covered boards, with leather label to spine. Lovely Greek patterned binding. Clean and tidy, with a touch of darkening and bumping but very presentable. Original pink softback covers bound in - these are in excellent condition, with a touch of darkening only. Clean and tidy lithographic portrait of the author by Picasso. (Previously unpublished). Pages are all clean, with a little darkening to the edges only. 60 pages. Index and colophon to rear. 190mm x 150mm

    . Première édition. 684/ 900 exemplaires sur papier Lafuma. Reliure ancienne. Carton rigide recouvert de papier, avec étiquette en cuir au dos. Jolie reliure…

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    Paris: Aux Editions de La Sirène, 1921. First edition. 684/ 900 copies on papier Lafuma. Early rebind. Hardback paper covered boards, with leather label to spine. Lovely Greek patterned binding. Clean and tidy, with a touch of darkening and bumping but very presentable. Original pink softback covers bound in - these are in excellent condition, with a touch of darkening only. Clean and tidy lithographic portrait of the author by Picasso. (Previously unpublished). Pages are all clean, with a little darkening to the edges only. 60 pages. Index and colophon to rear. 190mm x 150mm

    . Première édition. 684/ 900 exemplaires sur papier Lafuma. Reliure ancienne. Carton rigide recouvert de papier, avec étiquette en cuir au dos. Jolie reliure à motifs grecs. Propre et bien rangé, avec un peu de noircissement et de bosses, mais très présentable. Les couvertures roses d'origine sont reliées - elles sont en excellent état, avec seulement un peu de noircissement. Portrait lithographique de l'auteur par Picasso, propre et net. (Inédit jusqu'à présent). Les pages sont toutes propres, avec un léger assombrissement sur les bords seulement. 60 pages. Index et colophon au dos. 190 mm x 150 mm

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    Book ID: 4132
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  • Pencil sketch: A Bulgarian in a Winter Dress. by C. R. [after Gabriel Ivanovich Scorodomoff]
    C. R. [after Gabriel Ivanovich Scorodomoff]
    Pencil sketch: A Bulgarian in a Winter Dress.

    1784. A fabulous pencil sketch of a man in traditional dress. Monogrammed CR. The paper is cut in an odd shape. It looks like it has been drawn on a scrap, but the detail is exceptional. 225 x 165 mm (8¾ x 6½ inches).

    Gabriel Ivanovich Scorodomoff (Russian: Гавриил Иванович Скородумов) was a Russian engraver who lived and worked in London. He is best known for his work for Robert Sayer. His version of this work was called A Russian in a Winter Dress.

    Book ID: 2687
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  • Penelope. A Comedy in Three Acts. by MAUGHAM, W. S.
    MAUGHAM, W. S.
    Penelope. A Comedy in Three Acts.

    London: William Heinemann, 1912. First edition. 8vo. Original tan card wrappers, titles to spine and upper cover in brown. Slight creasing to spine and minor chip to bottom edge. Separation to bottom inch of front cover. Slight foxing to the cover and title page. The rest of the book is clean. [vi], 214 pp. 180 x 130 mm (7 x 5 inches).

    Book ID: 2378
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  • 4 signed triptychs - 9/27
    Pentecôte: ensemble de quatre pièces [sérigraphies] à déplier : la Pressante, l’'Ondoyante, la Turbulante, la Fuyante by MATTRAT (Jean-Claude)
    MATTRAT (Jean-Claude)
    Pentecôte: ensemble de quatre pièces [sérigraphies] à déplier : la Pressante, l’'Ondoyante, la Turbulante, la Fuyante

    Paris: Iconomoteur, 1992. In grey cardboard box titled in grey letters. Grey cloth with laces with title transfer in green letters. 4 leporellos [book accordions] of 4 folds each. Copy in very good condition. 9/27 copies printed on Velin d'ARCHES® signed by the artist. After studying at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Rouen, JC Mattrat mainly worked in advertising, whilst publishing small press editions of his art. Collection closed is 370 x 265 mm (14½ x 10½ inches). Dans une boîte en carton gris titrée en lettres grises. Toile grise à lacets avec décalque de titre en lettres vertes. 4 leporellos [livres accordéons] de 4 plis chacun. Copie en très bon état. 9/27 exemplaires imprimés sur Velin d'ARCHES® signés…

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    Paris: Iconomoteur, 1992. In grey cardboard box titled in grey letters. Grey cloth with laces with title transfer in green letters. 4 leporellos [book accordions] of 4 folds each. Copy in very good condition. 9/27 copies printed on Velin d'ARCHES® signed by the artist. After studying at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Rouen, JC Mattrat mainly worked in advertising, whilst publishing small press editions of his art. Collection closed is 370 x 265 mm (14½ x 10½ inches). Dans une boîte en carton gris titrée en lettres grises. Toile grise à lacets avec décalque de titre en lettres vertes. 4 leporellos [livres accordéons] de 4 plis chacun. Copie en très bon état. 9/27 exemplaires imprimés sur Velin d'ARCHES® signés par l'artiste. Après des études à l'Ecole des Beaux-Arts de Rouen, JC Mattrat (1951-.) travaille principalement dans la publicité, tout en publiant de petits tirages de son art. La collection fermée est de 370 x265 mm.

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    Book ID: 2423
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    Per le nozze Grimani-Manin. Illustrazione di una greca scultur.a by VISCONTI, Ennio Quirino
    VISCONTI, Ennio Quirino
    Per le nozze Grimani-Manin. Illustrazione di una greca scultur.a

    Venezia: Co' tipi di Giuseppe Picotti editore, 1829. First edition. Paperback 10 page booklet commemorating the joining of two important Venetian families. Ennio Quirino Visconti; an Italian antiquarian and art historian was the leading expert of his day in the field of ancient sculpture, and at the time Director of the Museo Capitolino. Engraved Greek sculpture frontis depicts the head of Apollo. Text in Italian. In marbled brown paper covers. A very scarce item. Covers are slightly curled at edges, and there are a few small closed tears. A little grubby inside, with light water stain to bottom of all pages. 315 x 230 mm (12½ x 9 inches).

    Book ID: 3048
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