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  • New York by ROBINSON [Werner Kruse]
    ROBINSON [Werner Kruse]
    New York

    Berlin: Robinson-Verlag, 1964. First Edition. This is chiefly illustrations (some colour). Robinson's book of ink drawings that show New York City's skyline and neighbourhoods in intense detail. He described it as "an X-ray" style that showed the city's buildings from outside and inside. This is the first edition (seems to be self published), with text and captions in both English and German. The book is unpaginated.
    Boards are a little age toned and rubbed, with one corner bumped. Inside very clean and tidy. We can't find any other copies of this edition for sale on line. 335 x 305 mm (13¼ x 12 inches).

    Book ID: 3297
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  • Nu féminin - Lithographie originale sous forme de carte de voeux. by BONNEFOIT, Alain
    BONNEFOIT, Alain
    Nu féminin - Lithographie originale sous forme de carte de voeux. Nude female - lithograph in the form of a greeting card.

    La Société Biotherm-Molitg-les-Bains, 1968. A cream card with an originale lithograph to the front, signed by the artist Alain Bonnefoit. The loose paper insert reads: La Société Biotherm-Molitg-les-Bains vous présente ses Meilleurs Voeux pour la Nouvelle Année.Figurant une femme dénudée - signée dans la plaque d'Alain Bonnefoit '68. In an excellent clean condition. 185 x 125 mm (7¼ x 5 inches). Une carte crème avec une lithographie originale au recto, signée par l'artiste Alain Bonnefoit. L'encart libre se lit comme suit : La Société Biotherm-Molitg-les-Bains vous présente ses Meilleurs Voeux pour la Nouvelle Année.Figurant une femme dénudée - signée dans la plaque d'Alain Bonnefoit '68. Dans un excellent état de propreté. 185 x 125 mm

    Book ID: 3112
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  • Nude study in pencil / charcoal by BOLLION, M.
    BOLLION, M.
    Nude study in pencil / charcoal

    An original pencil / charcoal sketch by M. Bollion. We cannot identify who this artist is, but they are certainly a skilled artist. Drawn on white art paper. The image / paper is 600 x 445 mm (23½ x 17½ inches). The sketch has been mounted behind a grey passe partout - which has focused on an area of the sketch. The image size showing through the passe partout is 300 mm x 455 mm. This work is currently held within a wooden frame (glazed). The frame is a little tatty, but sound. The sketch is sold without the frame - but this can be included for an additional shipping cost.

    Book ID: 3101
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  • O diese Weiber !! by FISCHER-KÖYSTRAND, Carl. [Von C. Köystrand]
    FISCHER-KÖYSTRAND, Carl. [Von C. Köystrand]
    O diese Weiber !!

    Wien: M. Engel & Söhne, 1898. An attractive volume of illustrated ladies in the Art Nouveau style. First Edition. Brown cloth with gilt detail, and a reproduction of the title page laid in gold to the front board. Binding has a little bumping to the head and tail of the spine but is otherwise sound. Title page and 50 illustrated leaves, with picture and text to the recto only. The pictures, which have a verse in German below each, each show a scantily clad woman in the Belle Epoque style. The flesh of each woman is colour in a soft pink. Pages are a little darkened, but overall in very nice condition, Small closed tear repaired to end paper.A…

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    Wien: M. Engel & Söhne, 1898. An attractive volume of illustrated ladies in the Art Nouveau style. First Edition. Brown cloth with gilt detail, and a reproduction of the title page laid in gold to the front board. Binding has a little bumping to the head and tail of the spine but is otherwise sound. Title page and 50 illustrated leaves, with picture and text to the recto only. The pictures, which have a verse in German below each, each show a scantily clad woman in the Belle Epoque style. The flesh of each woman is colour in a soft pink. Pages are a little darkened, but overall in very nice condition, Small closed tear repaired to end paper.A few other tiny closed tears. 260 by 200mm (10¼ by 7¾ inches).

    . Un volume attrayant de dames illustrées dans le style Art nouveau. Première édition. Toile brune avec des détails dorés et une reproduction de la page de titre en or sur le panneau avant. La reliure présente quelques bosses à la tête et à la queue de la colonne vertébrale, mais est par ailleurs saine. Page de titre et 50 feuilles illustrées, avec image et texte au recto seulement. Les images, qui sont accompagnées d'un vers en allemand, montrent toutes une femme légèrement vêtue dans le style de la Belle Époque. La chair de chaque femme est colorée d'un rose tendre. Les pages sont un peu noircies, mais dans l'ensemble en très bon état, une petite déchirure fermée a été réparée sur le papier de fin. 260 x 200 mm

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    Book ID: 4174
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  • Oeuvre originale pour l'illustration de la couverture de 'Le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé'. by GALERON, Henri
    GALERON, Henri
    Oeuvre originale pour l'illustration de la couverture de 'Le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé'.

    1979. Original signed artwork for the cover of the book 'Le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé'. This book was by René Fallet, published by Gallimard in 1979. This artwork features a businessman in a suit, with his briefcase. He is sitting in an oversized glass of red wine, and drinking another glass of the same. 135 x 105 mm (5¼ x 4¼ inches).

    . Maquette originale signée pour la couverture du livre "Le Beaujolais nouveau est arrivé". Ce livre a été écrit par René Fallet et publié par Gallimard en 1979. Cette maquette représente un homme d'affaires en costume, avec son attaché-case. Il est assis dans un grand verre de vin rouge et en boit un autre. 135 x 105 mm

    Book ID: 3926
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  • Old English Songs And Dances. by GRAHAM ROBERTSON, W.
    GRAHAM ROBERTSON, W.
    Old English Songs And Dances.

    London: Longman's Green And Co, 1902. First edition. This is a large book, quarter-bound in cloth with rounded spine and illustrated paper to cover. Consists of ten songs and six dances artfully arranged and illustrated with Robertson's original watercolour drawings and hand lettered text and music. Photoengraved and screen printed in facsimile by Edmund Evans.
    Pictorial boards shows signs of rubbing, scrapes and chips, with rough spine ends. Small neat previous owner's name to front. Some minor foxing to several pages. The songs and illustrations are all bright and clean. Walford Graham Robertson (1866 - 1948) was best known as an accomplished author and illustrator, and as a prominent member of London Society. 400 x 290 mm (15¾ x 11½ inches).

    Book ID: 2286
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  • Old Village, Shanklin, Isle of Wight. by GRAHAME, Peter
    GRAHAME, Peter
    Old Village, Shanklin, Isle of Wight. Original Late 19th Century Etching.

    1836. A delightfully detailed etching inscribed and pencil signed. A good early strike. On paper with watermark of F. J. Head & Co. There is some evidence of having been in a mount, but otherwise in superb condition. Blank to verso. Image: 150 x 260 mm (6 x 10¼ inches). Sheet: 200 x 300 mm.

    Peter Grahame (1836 - 1921) was a Scottish artist who trained at the Trustees' Academy in Edinburgh under Robert Scott Lauder. His landscapes were influenced by the paintings of Horatio McCulloch, and the poetry of Sir Walter Scott. He enjoyed great success at the Royal Scottish Academy, and at the Royal Academy, London.

    Book ID: 2752
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  • Old woman reading by SCHMIDT, Martin Johann & LANDERER, Ferdinand.
    SCHMIDT, Martin Johann & LANDERER, Ferdinand.
    Old woman reading

    Aug. Vind. [Augustae Vindelcorum] Augsburg, Germany: Johann Christian Leopold, 1760. A lovely copy of this original, first edition engraving by LANDERER after SCHMIDT. Plate 5 from the series "12 character heads". 19cm x 13cm on backing paper of 29cm x 22cm. Clean and tidy engraving on slightly darkened paper. laid onto heavy laid backing paper. A little marking only. Printing details to base of engraving. identified, named and dated from identical copies in the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Johann Christian Leopold (1699-1755) Print publisher based in Augsburg; son of Joseph Friedrich Leopold (q.v.); published mezzotints after Piazzetta; until 1760 at the earliest. His son Johann Christian Leopold the Younger (1729-1779), continued his business under the same name. Ferdinand Landerer…

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    Aug. Vind. [Augustae Vindelcorum] Augsburg, Germany: Johann Christian Leopold, 1760. A lovely copy of this original, first edition engraving by LANDERER after SCHMIDT. Plate 5 from the series "12 character heads". 19cm x 13cm on backing paper of 29cm x 22cm. Clean and tidy engraving on slightly darkened paper. laid onto heavy laid backing paper. A little marking only. Printing details to base of engraving. identified, named and dated from identical copies in the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Johann Christian Leopold (1699-1755) Print publisher based in Augsburg; son of Joseph Friedrich Leopold (q.v.); published mezzotints after Piazzetta; until 1760 at the earliest. His son Johann Christian Leopold the Younger (1729-1779), continued his business under the same name. Ferdinand Landerer (1730 Stein unter der Enns - 1795 Vienna) Engraver. Martin Johann Schmidt (Grafenworth, 1718 - Stein an der Donau 1801) Austrian baroque painter. This is an original antique engraving / print from 1760, not a reproduction.

    . Un bel exemplaire de cette gravure originale de première édition par LANDERER d'après SCHMIDT. Planche 5 de la série "12 têtes de personnages". 19cm x 13cm sur un papier de 29cm x 22cm. Gravure propre et soignée sur un papier légèrement assombri, posée sur un support épais. Quelques marques seulement. Détails d'impression au bas de la gravure. Identifiée, nommée et datée d'après des copies identiques au Philadelphia Museum of Art. Johann Christian Leopold (1699-1755) Éditeur d'estampes basé à Augsbourg ; fils de Joseph Friedrich Leopold (q.v.) ; a publié des mezzotintes d'après Piazzetta ; jusqu'en 1760 au plus tôt. Son fils Johann Christian Leopold le Jeune (1729-1779) poursuivit son activité sous le même nom. Ferdinand Landerer (1730 Stein unter der Enns - 1795 Vienne) Graveur. Martin Johann Schmidt (Grafenworth, 1718 - Stein an der Donau 1801) Peintre baroque autrichien. Il s'agit d'une gravure ancienne originale de 1760, et non d'une reproduction.

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    Book ID: 4264
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  • On the Beach 2. by LEHL, Jurgen; MATSUURA, Hideaki
    LEHL, Jurgen; MATSUURA, Hideaki
    On the Beach 2.

    Tokyo: HeHe, 2015. First Edition. Soft back book, with dust wrapper and separate wraparound. Babaghuri designer Jurgen Lehl has created this photo book of colour images taken on Ishigaki Island in Japan's Okinawa Prefecture. Most are flip-flops or parts of them in various stages of degradation. Edited and designed by Hideaki Matsuura. The book is in a fine condition. 210 x 150 mm (8¼ x 6 inches).

    . Première édition. Livre à dos souple, avec jaquette et couverture séparée. Jurgen Lehl, designer de Babaghuri, a créé ce livre de photos en couleurs prises sur l'île d'Ishigaki, dans la préfecture d'Okinawa, au Japon. La plupart d'entre elles représentent des tongs ou des parties de tongs à différents stades de dégradation.…

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    Tokyo: HeHe, 2015. First Edition. Soft back book, with dust wrapper and separate wraparound. Babaghuri designer Jurgen Lehl has created this photo book of colour images taken on Ishigaki Island in Japan's Okinawa Prefecture. Most are flip-flops or parts of them in various stages of degradation. Edited and designed by Hideaki Matsuura. The book is in a fine condition. 210 x 150 mm (8¼ x 6 inches).

    . Première édition. Livre à dos souple, avec jaquette et couverture séparée. Jurgen Lehl, designer de Babaghuri, a créé ce livre de photos en couleurs prises sur l'île d'Ishigaki, dans la préfecture d'Okinawa, au Japon. La plupart d'entre elles représentent des tongs ou des parties de tongs à différents stades de dégradation. Édité et conçu par Hideaki Matsuura. Le livre est en très bon état. 210 x 150 mm

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    Book ID: 4354
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  • On the Elements of Picturesque Scenery, considered with reference to Landscape Painting. by TWINNING, Henry
    TWINNING, Henry
    On the Elements of Picturesque Scenery, considered with reference to Landscape Painting.

    London: G. Barclay, 1846. First edition. With a dedication from the author tipped into the front end paper. Original cloth, with recent replacement spine and original labels laid onto the spine. Old bookseller description tipped into the inside board. With one folding plate and five lithographs (four coloured). Printed for private distribution. xii, 375 pages. Overall in very good condition, with just a little foxing. 270 x 190 mm (10¾ by 7½ inches).

    Book ID: 3374
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  • Oneness. by MORI, Mariko
    MORI, Mariko
    Oneness.

    Ostfildern: Hatje Cantz, 2007. First edition, softback in original card slipcase. Mariko Mori is one of the best-known Japanese artists of the international scene. Mori studied fashion design in Tokyo, worked briefly as a model and later studied fine art in England. This is a record of the work shown at exhibitions at Groninger Museum in The Netherlands, and Aarhus kunstmuseum in Denmark. It includes the complete 'Beginning of the End: Past, Present, Future', a photographic cycle produced over a period of 11 years, in which Mori presents herself as a time traveller in a plexiglass capsule at significant symbolic locations, from Giza to New York to Shanghai. Text in English. In very good condition. 308 pages. 260 x 210 mm (10¼ x 8¼ inches).

    Book ID: 3939
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  • Optisch Dualisme nummer 8 by VAN RIEL, Frans
    VAN RIEL, Frans
    Optisch Dualisme nummer 8

    Zeist: 1971. Original acrylic painting, signed and dated in pencil. Part of a series by the Dutch artist. In glazed aluminium frame, which measures 630 x 530 mm (24¾ x 20¾ inches). Visible image inside frame: 37.5 x 40 cm. If sold online, the item can be shipped without frame. Otherwise extra shipping will be quoted.

    Condition: Painting and frame are in an excellent condition.

    Book ID: 2705
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  • Original pastel portrait of a gentleman by VARDANYAN, Nerses
    VARDANYAN, Nerses
    Original pastel portrait of a gentleman

    2002. An attractive portrait in pastel by the Armenian artist Nerses Vardanyan. Image is 310 x 400 mm (12¼ x 15¾ inches). Glazed and mounted in a stained wood frame. Frame is 440 mm wide x 540 mm high. Signed to the rear of the frame with the artist's name and dated 2002. Pastel is in immaculate condition. Frame has a little wear. Born in the Ararat Province of Armenia in 1957, Nerses has been living in Belgium since 1999. He paints portraits, still life, landscapes and seascapes.

    Book ID: 3108
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  • Original portrait of a bearded fisherman by WIJKNIET, A.W.
    WIJKNIET, A.W.
    Original portrait of a bearded fisherman

    1917. Wonderfully enigmatic original portrait of a bearded fisherman. In black chalk and colour crayon. Signed and dated Nov. '17 in pencil. There are pinholes to the very outer of the corners. One corner (under signature) has a small area of loss, and one a scrape. Tipped in to a white card mount. 360 x 280 mm (14¼ x 11 inches).

    Book ID: 3106
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  • Original Sepia Watercolour - Portrait Study of a Man by HOGERWAARD, Ria
    HOGERWAARD, Ria
    Original Sepia Watercolour - Portrait Study of a Man

    Rotterdam: Original watercolour - signed in pencil to lower left side and dated 1994. Still showing original pencil marks. Almost in a Da Vinci style. On heavy woven white paper. Unframed. Measures: 380 x 280 mm (15 x 11 inches).

    Book ID: 3223
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  • Original sketch book of this renowned portraitist by NOLHAC, Henri de; NOLHAC, Pierre
    NOLHAC, Henri de; NOLHAC, Pierre
    Original sketch book of this renowned portraitist

    Versaille: 1900. A fascinating sketchbook by the artist and portraitist Henri de Nolhac (1884-1948). He was the son of Pierre de Nolhac, the curator of the Palace of Versailles Museum during his youth. From a young age, he was a painter, and particularly skilled in pencil portraits, which he used to make his living. This sketchbook, with a cloth spine and plain blue boards, seems to have begun life as an itinerary book / plan for his father. A note on the front end paper "2e Division 1er Brigade" and to the final page "Cours special d'instruction 3e Brigade (1890-91)" is followed by seven pages in ink, dated 1890-1891 in an adult hand. This seems to be largely assigning projects…

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    Versaille: 1900. A fascinating sketchbook by the artist and portraitist Henri de Nolhac (1884-1948). He was the son of Pierre de Nolhac, the curator of the Palace of Versailles Museum during his youth. From a young age, he was a painter, and particularly skilled in pencil portraits, which he used to make his living. This sketchbook, with a cloth spine and plain blue boards, seems to have begun life as an itinerary book / plan for his father. A note on the front end paper "2e Division 1er Brigade" and to the final page "Cours special d'instruction 3e Brigade (1890-91)" is followed by seven pages in ink, dated 1890-1891 in an adult hand. This seems to be largely assigning projects (or elements of the instruction course). As the text ends, the pencil sketches immediately begin. It is unlikely that Henri took up this book immediately, as in 1890 he was only 7 years old and these are mature sketches. Most of the entries are of 19th century scenes, and some portraits of eminent men from the time. There are also American civil war notables and a couple of cowboys. (Nolhac travelled to the United States in the 1930s so perhaps he drew these after that visit). Studies include sketches after Daumier, characters in Chinese dress, fashionable ladies, a lovely ink and pencil sketch of Lamartine, military uniforms, a full page colour sketch of a couple promenading, Generals Grant and Lee from the USA, horses running, Gladstone, Thackeray and two of Disraeli. There are 55 pages, each drawn to the recto only, and mostly holding 4-6 sketches. Curiously these are all dated 1863-1871 but this is before Henri was born (and his father was only born in 1859). It seems far more likely that these were pencil studies and practice pieces. Nolhac was known for improving his skills throughout his life. There are then a number of blank leaves. The sketch book is obviously picked up again towards the end of Nolhac's life. It is begun afresh from the rear page (upside down to the front) and there are nine pages of sketches. There is a pencil title "1e anniversaire a XXXX" (illegible, but from the contents this is clearly the liberation). The nine pages are full of studies of American troops and vehicles. There is also a full page, colour highlighted sketch entitled "Le libération á Sens 25.8.44 la grande rue." Sens was liberated by American troops on the 20th August 1944. In total, this sketch book contains 64 pages of sketches, including three in colour and one in ink. A total of 238 studies. Nolhac died in 1948. 305 x 200 mm (12 x 7¾ inches). A very similar sketch book (209 studies but with the subject entirely focused on World War I) was sold at auction in 2014 for 2875 euros (including fees). Comparing the styles has confirmed the provenance of this sketch book. First edition

    . Un fascinant carnet de croquis de l'artiste et portraitiste Henri de Nolhac (1884-1948). Il est le fils de Pierre de Nolhac, conservateur du musée du château de Versailles dans sa jeunesse. Peintre dès son plus jeune âge, il est particulièrement doué pour les portraits au crayon, qui lui permettent de gagner sa vie. Ce carnet de croquis, avec un dos en toile et des planches bleues unies, semble avoir commencé sa vie comme un carnet d'itinéraire / plan pour son père. Une note sur la page de garde "2e Division 1ère Brigade" et sur la dernière page "Cours spécial d'instruction 3e Brigade (1890-91)" est suivie de sept pages à l'encre, datées de 1890-1891 de la main d'un adulte. Il semble qu'il s'agisse en grande partie de l'attribution de projets (ou d'éléments du cours d'instruction). À la fin du texte, les esquisses au crayon commencent immédiatement. Il est peu probable qu'Henri ait pris ce livre immédiatement, car en 1890 il n'avait que 7 ans et il s'agit d'esquisses de maturité. La plupart des dessins représentent des scènes du XIXe siècle et quelques portraits d'hommes éminents de l'époque. Il y a également des notables de la guerre civile américaine et quelques cow-boys (Nolhac s'est rendu aux États-Unis dans les années 1930 et a peut-être dessiné ces croquis après cette visite). Les études comprennent des croquis d'après Daumier, des personnages en costume chinois, des dames à la mode, une belle esquisse à l'encre et au crayon de Lamartine, des uniformes militaires, une esquisse en couleur pleine page d'un couple en train de se promener, les généraux Grant et Lee des États-Unis, des chevaux en train de courir, Gladstone, Thackeray et deux portraits de Disraeli. Il y a 55 pages, chacune dessinée au recto seulement, et contenant pour la plupart 4 à 6 esquisses. Curieusement, elles sont toutes datées de 1863-1871, mais c'est avant la naissance d'Henri (et son père n'est né qu'en 1859). Il semble beaucoup plus probable qu'il s'agisse d'études au crayon et d'exercices. Nolhac était connu pour se perfectionner tout au long de sa vie. Il y a ensuite un certain nombre de feuilles blanches. Le carnet de croquis est manifestement repris vers la fin de la vie de Nolhac. Il est recommencé à partir de la dernière page (à l'envers par rapport au recto) et comporte neuf pages d'esquisses. Le titre est écrit au crayon "1e anniversaire a XXXX" (illisible, mais d'après le contenu, il s'agit clairement de la libération). Les neuf pages sont remplies d'études de troupes et de véhicules américains. Il y a également un croquis pleine page en couleur intitulé "Le libération á Sens 25.8.44 la grande rue". Sens a été libéré par les troupes américaines le 20 août 1944. Au total, ce carnet de croquis contient 64 pages de croquis, dont trois en couleur et une à l'encre. Soit un total de 238 études. Nolhac est décédé en 1948. 305 x 200 mm (12 x 7¾ inches). Un carnet de croquis très similaire (209 études mais dont le sujet est entièrement centré sur la Première Guerre mondiale)a été vendu aux enchères en 2014 pour 2875 euros (frais inclus). La comparaison des styles a permis de confirmer la provenance de ce carnet de croquis. Première édition

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    Book ID: 4384
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  • Original small ink portrait of a nude woman in bonnet by LEBOURG, V.
    LEBOURG, V.
    Original small ink portrait of a nude woman in bonnet

    Signed by the artist. V. Lebourg (?) with some additional writing and dated 1916. There is another word, possibly Wechselberg, which could be where the work was created. Black and white ink portrait. Slight foxing to the piece, but still very attractive. 135 x 65 mm (5¼ x 2½ inches).

    Book ID: 3105
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  • Original watercolour of swooping house martins by [ANON]
    [ANON]
    Original watercolour of swooping house martins

    Rocca San Casciano: Cappelli, 1895. This exquisite watercolour painting has a 19th Century wedding congratulation message adhered to it. The painting is signed, but we cannot decipher its creator's name. The wedding dedication is dated 1895, so the painting pre dates this. Blank verso. Size: 405 x 305 mm (16 x 12 inches)

    . Belle message de félicitations de mariage du 19ème siècle, sur une belle aquarelle originale de hirondelles de fenêtre. Le tableau est signé, mais nous ne pouvons pas déchiffrer le nom de son créateur. La dédicace du mariage est datée de 1895, donc la peinture est antérieure à celle-ci. Verso vierge. Taille : 405 x 305 mm

    Book ID: 3388
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  • Original Watercolour: View from Castle at Richmond of the River Swale (North Yorkshire) by [ANON]
    [ANON]
    Original Watercolour: View from Castle at Richmond of the River Swale (North Yorkshire)

    1876. Lovely original watercolour painting of the view across the River Swale in North Yorkshire, from Richmond Castle Hill - with a couple in the foreground. The painting is signed, but we cannot agree and the signature. At some point a previous owner was told it was a painting of the river at Richmond Castle, and assumed it was Richmond in Surrey, when in fact Richmond Castle is in Richmond in Yorkshire, and looks over the River Swale, not the Thames! Tipped on to white card, corners cut to resemble being in an album. Watercolour measures: 205 x 350 mm (8 x 13¾ inches). Whole on backing: 400 x 495 mm

    Book ID: 2963
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  • Original-Graphik von Ernst Barlach by BARLACH, Ernst
    BARLACH, Ernst
    Original-Graphik von Ernst Barlach

    1870. The label to the back of this black and white image states " Original-Graphik von Ernst Barlach" The image is clearly of Barlach. But it appears to be a lithograph of an ink original, rather than an actual ink drawing. It is difficult to be certain, as the paper has been secured to the glass at the edges, and could not neatly be removed (So we have left it secured). Although the image has marked similarities with other drawn works of Barlach, we have been unable to locate another copy of this image. There is possibly an artist's initials to the lower right of the frame (see pics). Underneath the frame, to the rear of the image, is written…

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    1870. The label to the back of this black and white image states " Original-Graphik von Ernst Barlach" The image is clearly of Barlach. But it appears to be a lithograph of an ink original, rather than an actual ink drawing. It is difficult to be certain, as the paper has been secured to the glass at the edges, and could not neatly be removed (So we have left it secured). Although the image has marked similarities with other drawn works of Barlach, we have been unable to locate another copy of this image. There is possibly an artist's initials to the lower right of the frame (see pics). Underneath the frame, to the rear of the image, is written "6 abels wie ist 883" It is on heavy art paper, and in very good clean condition. Held in a white glazed frame. The frame has a few tiny nicks to the edges, but overall an attractive and striking portrait.
    Image area 53cm wide by 35 cm high (13¾ by 20¾ inches). Frame area 67cm x 52.5cm. Ernst Heinrich Barlach (1870-1978) was a German expressionist sculptor, printmaker and writer. Although he was a supporter of the war in the years leading to World War I, his participation in the war made him change his position, and he is mostly known for his sculptures protesting against the war. He felt foul of the Nazi party and was labeled degenerate. He did produce a number of self-portraits - largely woodcuts.

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    Book ID: 2843
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