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David Hicks First Edition Book - Living with Design
Located in New York, NY
A first edition book by David Hicks titled "Living with Design." Printed in 1979. Hardcover with dust jacket.
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1970s English Vintage Books

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Italian Master Drawings by Hugo Chapman and David Lachenmann
Located in valatie, NY
Italian Master Drawings by Hugo Chapman and David Lachenmann. Publisher Paul Holberton Publishing, 2020. 1st Ed hardcover catalog with dust jack...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Objects of Desire Book by Maria Hummer Tuttle
By Maria Tuttle
Located in New York, NY
Objects of Desire By: Maria Hummer Tuttle Photography by Miguel Flores-Vianna Foreword by Edmund de Waal A personal celebration of the hunt for—and joy of living with— favorite collections and things What is it in our homes that we truly value and why? What would you take when you leave in fear of fire? Our home is an expression of ourselves in many ways, largely through the objects we accumulate. For Maria Hummer-Tuttle, the objects she has collected over the years, from the priceless to the flea-market finds, are precious not only for their beauty, uniqueness, and craftsmanship but also for their connection to the past and the future, for their resonance with one another. In this exquisitely illustrated book, she serves as our guide through three dwellings, focusing our attention on objects ranging from an ancient Chinese horse sculpture...
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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FLEG, Edmond. Israel Et Moi. Paris: Gallimard, 1936.
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: FLEG, Edmond. TITLE: Israel Et Moi. PUBLISHER: Paris: Gallimard, 1936. DESCRIPTION: 1 vol., 7-3/8" x 4-3/4", original printed wrappers. CONDITION: Hinges fine, pages ton...
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1930s British Vintage Books

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Charles DICKENS - The Chimes: A Goblin Story - 1845 - FIRST EDITION
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: DICKENS, Charles. TITLE: The Chimes: A Goblin Story Of Some Bells That Rang An Old Year Out And A New Year In. PUBLISHER: London: Chapman & Hall, 1845. DESCRIPTION: FIRST...
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1840s British Antique Books

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The Complete Kagan: Vladimir Kagan, A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design, Signed
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Complete Kagan: Vladimir Kagan — A Lifetime of Avant-Garde Design. First edition. Signed by Kagan. Excellent condition. Hardback. 1st complete c...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Vintage, The Queen s Book of the Red Cross, Royal History, First Edition, WWII
Located in Hele, Devon, GB
This is a vintage copy of The Queen’s Book of the Red Cross, an exceptional bound and illustrated publication compiled to raise funds for the British Red Cross Society and the Order ...
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1930s British Mid-Century Modern Vintage Books

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1 Volume. Walton Cotton, The Complete Angler.
Located in New York, NY
1 Volume. Walton & Cotton, The Complete Angler. Bound by Bayntun in 3/4 tn calf and marbled boards. The Spine displays raised bands, figurine panel details, bordering, and label lett...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Books

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Rare Reference Book Japanese Corean Chinese Porcelain - Chinese, Corean, 1914
Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland
A very rare 1914 catalogue. Later reprinted, but this is the Original. For advanced collectors Chinese, Corean, and Japanese Potteries / Hobson, R. L.; Edward S. Morse; Rose Sickler...
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20th Century Books

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1877 Antiquities of the Orient Unveiled Leather Bound Book
Located in Stamford, CT
1877 Antiquities of the Orient Unveiled Leather Bound Book By REDDING, M. Wolcott Published by Masonic Publishing Union, 1877
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1870s American Chinoiserie Antique Books

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Leather, Paper

Jacques Jarrige
Located in New York, NY
ISBN 979-8-9853078-0-1 Art book 328 pages This mid-career survey of the works of Jacques Jarrige marks the 12th anniversary of my fruitful collaboration with him. At the heart of...
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2010s Italian Books

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Jannis Kounellis Phaidon Contemporary Artists Series
Located in New York, NY
The ultimate monograph on one of the most important artists of the twentieth century - a key figure in Arte Povera This book is the final, most comprehensive book ever made by Greek-born Jannis Kounellis, one of the key artists in the Arte Povera movement. Following his breakthrough in the late 1960s in Rome, when he questioned the traditionally sterile environment of the gallery by exhibiting live animals within its walls, Kounellis went on to include diverse materials in his work, including fire, earth, gold, wood, and charcoal, quickly establishing himself as one of the most innovative sculptors of our time. Writings by the artist and a collection of tributes from people who have known and worked with him over the years, such as Pierre Audi, David Hammons, Gloria Moure, Giulio Paolini, Vassili Vassilikos, and many others, are included. Jannis Kounellis is the latest addition to the acclaimed Phaidon Contemporary Artists Series...
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Pedro Cottage 1837, Stories Sketchbook Illustrated by Joseph Scoundrel Square
Located in Lowestoft, GB
Early Victorian marble paper, hand written and illustrated book “Pedro cottage” likely a fictional publication “illustrated London published by knobs and co No. 16 pledge hole plac...
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19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Books

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Joan Miro Life and Work by Jacques Dupin, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Joan Miro Life and Work by Jacques Dupin. Published by Harry N. Abrams, 1962, New York. 1st Ed hardcover with Brodart covered dust jacket. A Catalogue Raisonne of Miro's paintings from 1914-1961. 596pp. 1158 illustrations, including 46 color hand-tipped plates...
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1960s American Vintage Books

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Social Studies (Inscribed with Drawing)
Located in New York, NY
First edition, first printing (stated, with the number line to 2) of the second collection of stories by New York City humorist and icon Fran Lebowitz. Published in 1981 by Random Ho...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Books

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1786 A Dictionary of the English Language
By Samuel Johnson
Located in Bath, GB
A beautiful edition of Johnson's dictionary, a striking copy of the first edition complete in one volume. The first edition to be published in one volume, published by Harrison & Co...
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1780s European Antique Books

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Jackson Pollock: Drawing into Painting - Bernice Rose - 1st edition, 1980
Located in CA, CA
Published by The Museum of Modern Art, Oxford, 1980. Softcover with French text. This book was originally an exhibition catalogue published alongside a Po...
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1980s British Modern Vintage Books

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The Arabian Nights Entertainments, Illustrated by Louis Rhead, 1925
By Louis Rhead
Located in Colorado Springs, CO
The Arabian Nights Entertainment. New York: Harper & Brothers, 1916 (1925). Illustrated by Louis Rhead. Octavo. In original black cloth boards with front pastedown, gilt titles to sp...
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1920s American Art Nouveau Vintage Books

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Bread Is Gold
Located in New York, NY
Massimo Bottura, the world's best chef, prepares extraordinary meals from ordinary and sometimes 'wasted' ingredients inspiring home chefs to eat well while living well. 'These dishes could change the way we feed the world, because they can be cooked by anyone, anywhere, on any budget. To feed the planet, first you have to fight the waste', Massimo Bottura Bread is Gold is the first book to take a holistic look at the subject of food waste, presenting recipes for three-course meals from 45 of the world's top chefs, including Daniel Humm, Mario Batali, René Redzepi, Alain Ducasse, Joan Roca, Enrique Olvera, Ferran & Albert Adrià and Virgilio Martínez. These recipes, which number more than 150, turn everyday ingredients into inspiring dishes that are delicious, economical, and easy to make. Massimo Bottura is the chef patron of Osteria Francescana, a three-Michelin-star restaurant that he opened in 1995 in Modena, Italy, which was ranked #1 in the World's 50 Best in 2016. Massimo was interested in cooking from a young age. In 1986, he opened his first restaurant and subsequently developed his love of food while working for Alain Ducasse and Ferran Adrià. Massimo has created Refettorios, soup kitchens that use excess food from supermarkets and local suppliers to provide healthy, seasonal meals for people in need. He is the author of Never Trust a Skinny Italian Chef...
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Books

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Bread Is Gold
Bread Is Gold
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Gerhard Richter: Panorama - Mark Godfrey Nicholas Serota - 1st Ed., 2011
Located in CA, CA
Published by Tate Modern, 1st edition, London, 2011. Softcover, English text. “Art is the highest form of hope.” - Gerhard Richter. More than 300 colour and black and white plates. The first and most complete overview of Richter's whole career at the time of publication, this monograph surveys Richter’s entire oeuvre, from ‘60s photo...
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2010s Books

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Pair of Hand Tooled Leather Book Ends with Laced Edges
Located in Ferndale, MI
Pair of leather bookendss with hand tooled flower design. Trimmed with intricate leather lacing around edges.
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Mid-20th Century American Rustic Books

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Leather

1868-1901 The Works of Francis Bacon, Baron Veralum
Located in Bath, GB
A fine fourteen volume collection of the works of Sir Francis Bacon, uniformly bound in half morocco, and from the library of industrialist and philanthropist Andrew Carnegie. A bea...
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19th Century British Antique Books

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The Son of Tarzan First Edition
Located in Dallas, TX
Presenting a gloriously rare book …. The Return of Tarzan First Edition by Edgar Rice Burroughs Grosset & Dunlap 1st Edition. Very good +, squa...
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Early 20th Century American Romantic Books

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David Hicks Set of First Edition Garden and Flower Arranging Books
Located in New York, NY
A set of three first edition books by David Hicks, the legendary designer. This set of out-of-print books focuses on garden design and flower arranging. All in very good condition with dust jackets. Includes the following three titles. The David Hicks Book...
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1970s English Vintage Books

Selected Works of Alexander Belyaev: Vintage Soviet Science Fiction Book, 1J179
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Step into the realm of vintage Soviet science fiction with the book "Избранное" (Selected Works) by Alexander Belyaev. This remarkable tome, crafted around the year 1957, presents a collection of his finest science fiction stories, all contained within the first volume of this two-part series. In this enchanting hardcover edition, spanning 565 pages, you will discover the world of Alexander Belyaev's imagination. Despite the passage of time, the book carries a certain allure, a glimpse into a past era where science fiction narratives captured the hearts and minds of readers. Within the pages of "Избранное," you'll encounter a tapestry of visionary stories that push the boundaries of reality. Alexander Belyaev, a master of the science fiction genre, weaves tales that explore the intersections of technology, humanity, and the unknown. This vintage book, while showing signs of age, retains its unique charm and significance. The hardcover design not only adds to its visual appeal but also speaks to the enduring quality of the content within. As you immerse yourself in the narratives of "Избранное," you'll find yourself transported to diverse worlds, each with its own rules and mysteries. Belyaev's storytelling prowess shines through as he brings to life characters who navigate scientific discoveries, interstellar journeys, and the intricacies of human nature. The stories presented in "Избранное" are a testament to the enduring appeal of science fiction. As you journey through this vintage volume, you'll experience a range of emotions, from awe at technological marvels to contemplation of ethical dilemmas posed by scientific progress. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast of science fiction or a curious newcomer, "Избранное" offers a window into the captivating imagination of Alexander Belyaev. The carefully chosen stories within this book reflect his legacy as a pioneer in the genre, influencing generations of readers and writers. As you turn the pages of "Избранное," you'll witness the power of speculative fiction...
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1950s Vintage Books

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1813 The Plays of William Shakespeare
Located in Bath, GB
An exceptionally bright example of the scarce 1813 twenty-one volume set of the plays of Shakespeare, supplemented with a wealth of comments and critical notices. The very scarce complete 1813 twenty-one volume edition of the plays of Shakespeare. Referred to as the Reed Edition of 1813, this is also known as Johnson-Steevens-Reed 6, the "sixth edition" by Johnson-Steevens, or the "second variorum edition". With notes by Samuel Johnson and George Steevens, this edition was revised and augmented by Isaac Reed. Consisting of: Volume I - Prefatory material and critical analysis by Reed, Richardson, and Malone. Illustrated with a portrait frontispiece, and four plates. Volume II - Essays by Farmer, Colman, lists of Editions, lists of Criticism, Commendatory verses, Malones "Attempt to Ascertain the Order of Shakespeare's Plays," Malone's essay on Ford's pamphlet, Steevens's remarks on the same. Volume III - Malone's Historical Account of the English Stage, and the Further Historical Account by Chalmers. With four folding plates. Volume IV - The Tempest; Two Gentlemen of Verona; Midsummer Night's Dream. Volume V - Merry Wives of Windsor; Twelfth Night. Volume VI - Much Ado About Nothing; Measure for Measure. Volume VII - Love's Labour's Lost; Merchant of Venice. Volume VIII - As You Like It; All's Well That Ends Well. Volume IX - Taming of the Shrew; Winter's Tale. Volume X - Macbeth; King John. Volume XI - King Richard II; King Henry IV, Part 1. With a folding plate. Volume XII - King Henry IV, Part 2; King Henry V. Volume XIII - King Henry VI, Part 1; King Henry IV, Part 2. Volume XIV - King Henry VI, Part 3; Dissertation, &c.; King Richard III. Volume XV - King Henry VIII; Troilus and Cressida. Volume XVI - Coriolanus; Julius Caesar. Volume XVII - Antony and Cleopatra; King Lear. Volume XVIII - Hamlet; Cymbeline. Volume XIX - Timon of Athens; Othello. Volume XX - Romeo and Juliet; Comedy of Errors. Volume XXI - Titus Andronicus...
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1810s British Antique Books

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Beverly Hills: The First 100 Years Hardcover by Robert S. Anderson RIZZOLI
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Beverly Hills: The First 100 Years Hardcover Robert S. Anderson 1st Edition RIZZOLI. Large heavy coffee table book. A comprehensive, sumptuously illustrated history of the legendary ...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Hollywood Regency Books

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Upstate Living Spaces with Space to Live
Located in New York, NY
This inspiring collection of unique, intimate, and authentic interiors will have city- and country-dwellers alike dreaming of carving out a personal haven far from the five boroughs....
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Art Nouveau by Gabriele Far becker
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Great Art Nouveau Book with lots of photos and details of Art Nouveau pieces. Book is in excellent condition, purchased from a collector.
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Early 2000s European Art Nouveau Books

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"Livre d or" Visitors Book - 1970s - Initial "L"
Located in Linkebeek, BE
"Livre d'or" Visitors Book - 1970s Only the first two pages are noted Vintage - decoration - Book Measures : 17.5cmx2cm H:22cm Materials : Malachite - brass - copper Wear consistent...
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20th Century Books

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Malachite, Brass, Copper

Manners Begin at Breakfast Book by Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece
Located in New York, NY
Manners Begin at Breakfast Modern Etiquette for Families By: Princess Marie-Chantal of Greece Foreword by Tory Burch Introduction by Dr. Perri Klass Illustrations by Lydia Starkey The founder of a successful children’s clothing line, author of an influential parenting blog, and mother of five children, Marie-Chantal of Greece is constantly asked how she manages to do it all. So many of these queries—about proper etiquette for children in our fast paced, technology-centered world—led her to recognize the need for a modern handbook on children’s manners. Manners Begin at Breakfast addresses rules of etiquette, including table manners...
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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1974 Songs from Shakespeare s Plays
Located in Bath, GB
A fine limited edition work which presents the songs found in the plays of William Shakespeare, including verses found in all of his major works. An uncommon, limited edition work. ...
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1970s Italian Vintage Books

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Pacific Natural at Home
Located in New York, NY
Author Jenni Kayne, Foreword by Vincent Van Duysen. Jenni Kayne, the creator of the laid-back, luxe California lifestyle brand, shows us how to create s...
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21st Century and Contemporary Books

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Louis Vuitton Le Catalogue Reference Book 1997
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Louis Vuitton Le Catalogue Reference Book 1997. From the Louis Vuitton store in Rodeo Drive Beverly Hills in California. Master suitcase mak...
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20th Century French Modern Books

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In Stock in Los Angeles, Beaumarly Paris by Gilbert Costes, Assouline
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Beaumarly Paris (Hardcover) In stock in Los Angeles Icons of the Parisian lifestyle, Beaumarly establishments encompass more than twenty ultra-stylish cafés, hotels, nightclubs, and restaurants dotted around the mythical City of Light, from the heart of the Louvre to the rooftop of the Centre Pompidou, from Saint-Germain-des-Prés to the Golden Triangle, from Pigalle to the Bastille. Created by Thierry and Gilbert Costes, who over thirty years have been transforming the way Parisians experience their city, Beaumarly properties include Café Marly, Café Beaubourg, Hôtel Amour, Brasserie Thoumieux, and Club Matignon. Each distinctive Beaumarly venue offers a journey for the senses born of close collaborations with the biggest names in architecture, art, and design, such as Christian de Portzamparc...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Books

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1999 Sporting Wildfowl of the British Isles: Studies in Words and Pictures
Located in Bath, GB
A sumptuous study of the wildfowl of the British Isles, one of only twelve review copies, sent to sporting and countryside author John Humphreys. Signed...
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1990s European Books

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Tiffany Blue Book 2017, The Art of the Wild, 2017, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Tiffany Blue Book 2017, The Art of the Wild, 2017. Tiffany & Co., NY, 2017. 1st Ed hardcover with slip case. This addition to the Blue Book collection of 2017 captures the mystery and marvels of nature in each and every way. Created at the Tiffany studio by combining artisanal and innovative craftmanship, this collection features six themes. Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow, Whispers of the Rainforest, Miracle Berry, The Falls, Leaves of the Sun, and Featured Cloak all of which demonstrate intricate designs. Known for the beauty of its diamonds and precious stones, Tiffany & Co. presents a series of prestigious jewelry creations each year with its Blue Book collection, showcasing the creativity, skills and expertise of its studio. The collection brings diamonds, precious jewels, pearls and 18-karat yellow gold to necklaces, rings, bracelets and earrings with designs inspired by specific themes. "We continuously push the boundaries of craftsmanship and innovation in every way. Every single year we're looking for different ways to produce pieces that are so technically complicated, they seem almost impossible, but this is where we make the impossible happen," says Melvyn Kirtley, Tiffany & Co. chief gemologist and vice president of high jewelry. "The Art of the Wild" features exceptional jewels, including baguette- and round-cut diamonds, spessartites, rubellites, tsavorites, sapphires, black South Sea pearls and tourmalines. Standout pieces include a ring featuring a 13-carat oval elbaite tourmaline, a platinum necklace with 200-baguette cut diamonds, round pavés diamonds, and more than 350 hand-sculpted 18k yellow gold leaves, and a pair of palm leaf earrings...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paul Jouve Book Paperback AFRIQUE ÉQUATORIALE FRANÇAISE Terres et races d avenir
Located in Ulm, DE
AFRIQUE ÉQUATORIALE FRANÇAISE, Terres et races d'avenir Text by René Maran / illustrated by Paul Jouve paperback including 11 original full-page, black, off-text compositions printed...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Books

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SMITH, Albert. The Wassail-Bowl. FIRST EDITION - 1843
Located in Hillsborough, NJ
AUTHOR: SMITH, Albert. TITLE: The Wassail-Bowl. PUBLISHER: London: Richard Bentley, 1843. DESCRIPTION: FIRST EDITION. 2 vols., 7-11/16" x 4-15/16", illustrated by John Leech, bou...
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1840s British Antique Books

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Leather

Set of 3 Taschen Art Books on Escher, Renoir, and Rousseau
Located in Bradenton, FL
A set of three Taschen art books on Escher, Renoir, and Rousseau. Softcovers, published between 1994 and 2000. Printed in Germany.
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1990s German Books

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Amazing Collection of 17th / 19th Century Weathered Vellum Books
Located in Buisson, FR
Amazing collection of 8 extremely weathered vellum books, Spain/Italy 17th/ 19th century. Weathered and small losses and several old repairs. More photo's available on request H:15-...
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18th Century Antique Books

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Parchment Paper

Bridges New Architecture Hardcover Book by Francisco Asensio Cerver
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Bridges New Architecture Hardcover Book by Francisco Asensio Cerver.Hardcover book in slip cover., text in English and Japanese.1st Edition 1992. Creativity, influence, and evolution...
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20th Century Spanish Modern Books

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Birds St. John Perse with Four Etchings by George Braque 1st US edition 1966
Located in CA, CA
Published by Pantheon Books, New York, 1966. Hardback. Text in original French with English translation. In 1962, the Nobel-Prize winning French poet-diplomat, Saint-John Perse, com...
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1960s Vintage Books

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Bouchardon Royal Artist of the Enlightenment Hardcover Book 2017
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Bouchardon Royal Artist of the Enlightenment Hardcover Book, published in 2017. By Anne-Lise Desmas, Édouard Kopp, Guilhem Scherf, and Juliette Trey. One of the most imaginative and ...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Neoclassical Books

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Anouska Hemple, Kay Saatchi, Ivor Braka Three Tastemakers (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Christie's softcover auction catalogue for 17th January 2012. Featuring over 350 lots, the sale promises to provide bidding opportunities for collectors at every level, with estimate...
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20th Century Books

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Biedermeier Hardcover Oversized Book by Angus Wilkie 1987
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Biedermeier Hardcover Oversized Book by Angus Wilkie 1st edition 1987. Biedermeier, the style prized by the avant-garde of central Europe in the 19th century and in America today. An...
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1980s American Biedermeier Vintage Books

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3 Volumes. Richard Muther, The History of Modern Painting.
Located in New York, NY
3 Volumes. Richard Muther, The History of Modern Painting. Bound by Sotheran in 3/4 brown morocco and linen boards with the covers and raised ban spines gilt-tooled. Top edges gilt w...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Books

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Leather

3 Volumes. Henry Hallam, View of the State of Europe During the Middle Ages.
Located in New York, NY
3 Volumes. Henry Hallam, View of the State of Europe During the Middle Ages. Bound in full tree calf. The covers and raised band spines display gilt-tooling with red and green morocc...
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Mid-19th Century English Antique Books

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Leather

Round Table Palatine Manuscript 556 Florence, National Central Library
By Non-Standard Furniture and Lighting
Located in Milano, IT
Limited run of 750 copies (ours bears No. 563) of the facsimile reproduction of the ms.556 codex made, in 1446, by Zuliano degli Anzoli, preserved at the Biblioteca Nazionale Central...
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Early 2000s Italian Other Books

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Early 18th Century tall French Louis XV Carved Oak Eagle Lectern
Located in Troy, NY
Magnificent, tall floor lectern of outstanding quality, superbly carved and detailed. Double sided lectern supported by a finely detailed eagle, on carved stem and tripod base ending...
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Early 18th Century French Louis XV Antique Books

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Oak

New York, I Love, French Book by Robert F. Wagner and Joyce Peterson, 1964
Located in Atlanta, GA
New York Que J'aime (New York I love), a French book by Robert F. Wagner (New York Mayor). Text by Joyce Peterson, and Photographs by Peter Fink. New York is undoubtedly the most dyn...
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1960s American Modern Vintage Books

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1868 The Moonstone
Located in Bath, GB
A beautiful first edition set of Wilkie Collin's important sensation mystery novel, very scarce to see a set of all first editions volumes. The sought after first edition, first sta...
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1860s British Antique Books

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1 Vol. Sir Alfred Munnings, An Artist s Life
Located in New York, NY
1 Vol. Sir Alfred Munnings, An Artist's Life. 140 illustrations by author. Signed by author. Deluxe binding by The Collector's Book Club, London. Illustrated frontispiece. Bound in f...
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20th Century English Books

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1896 The Principles of Light and Color
By Edwin D. Babbitt
Located in Bath, GB
A vibrantly illustrated, second edition of this exceptionally scarce work surrounding colour and the science of chromotherapy, written by American physician Edwin Babbitt. The secon...
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1890s American Antique Books

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1994 Romero Britto Book, Signed, Numbered 684/750
Located in Miami, FL
Romero Britto Book, Signed, Numbered 684/750, Dedicated Offered for sale is a Romero Britto book that is signed by the artist and numbered 684/750. The book is in good condition.
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Late 20th Century American Modern Books

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Paper, Plastic

Italian Rare Edition of Historia Dell Armi Imperiali from Venice 1687
Located in Sofia, BG
Rare antique Italian edition of HISTORIA DEGL'AVENIMENTI DELL'ARMI IMPERIALI CONTRO A'RIBELLI, ET OTTOMANI published in Venice at 1687. Italy
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Late 17th Century Italian Antique Books

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Antique Rolland Books in French Language
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 9 books - owner Rolland - various titles and authors : Les maitres d'autrefois (Eugène Fromentin) - Petit Bob (GyP) - Voyage autour de mon jardin (Alphonse Karr) - Sans famille (...
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Late 19th Century French Other Antique Books

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1861 The Book of Household Management
By Isabella Beeton
Located in Bath, GB
The first edition of Mrs Isabella Beeton's important cookery work, one of the most influential of its genre ever publisher, complete here with the original colour plates. The first ...
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1860s Antique Books

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8 Volumes. Charles C.F. Greville, The Greville Memoirs.
Located in New York, NY
8 Volumes. Charles C.F. Greville, The Greville Memoirs. Bound by Bayntun in full navy morocco with the covers displaying gilt and open-tooling. The spines display raised bands, borde...
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Late 19th Century English Antique Books

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Leather

2000 The Amber Spyglass
By Philip Pullman
Located in Bath, GB
A signed first edition of the final work in Phillip Pullman's 'His Dark Materials' series. The first edition, first impression of this work. Flat signed by Pullman to the title pag...
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Early 2000s European Books

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Antique and Vintage Books

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