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How to Buy Rare Books by William Rees-Mogg, First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
How to Buy Rare Books, A Practical Guide to the Antiquarian Book Market by William Rees-Mogg
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20th Century English Books

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Paper

Reinhard Görner, Beinecke, New Haven, Yale Rare Books and Manuscript Library
By Reinhard Görner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Reinhard Görner Beinecke, New Haven Yale Rare Books and Manuscript Library New Haven Contemporary
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2010s Conceptual Landscape Photography

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C Print, Lambda

Reinhard Görner: Shining Wall of Books, Beinecke Rare Books & Manuscript Library
By Reinhard Görner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
principal repository for literary archives, early manuscripts, and rare books. The Beinecke Rare Book
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2010s Conceptual Landscape Photography

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C Print, Lambda

Reinhard Görner: Beinecke, New Haven (Yale Rare Books and Manuscript Library)
By Reinhard Görner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
principal repository for literary archives, early manuscripts, and rare books. 3 sizes, below. The Beinecke
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2010s Conceptual Landscape Photography

Materials

C Print, Lambda

Reinhard Görner: Beinecke, New Haven (Yale Rare Books and Manuscript Library)
By Reinhard Görner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
principal repository for literary archives, early manuscripts, and rare books. 3 sizes, below. The Beinecke
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2010s Conceptual Landscape Photography

Materials

C Print, Lambda

Two Rare Victorian Fabric Litho Children Books
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two Rare Victorian Fabric Lithograph Children Books Rare Victorian Clot Litho Children's Books
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Antique 19th Century American Adirondack Books

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Linen

Rare Hard Cover Art Deco Jewelry Book from Rizzoli by Sylvie Raulet c 1984
By Rizzoli
Located in University City, MO
The rare hardcover large scale coffee table Rizzoli book is an extraordinary archive of 20th
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1980s Italian Fashion

Three Early 1900s Astrology, Palm Reading, Zodiac Books, Rare Finds
Located in Brooklyn, NY
on for so long. ABOUT ITEM. From The VG Collection, Vito's books for astrology, palm readings and
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Early 20th Century Books

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Paper

1957-1962, Rare Georges Braque 'Au Vent d'Arles' Archive Books and Lithographs
By Georges Braque
Located in Paris, FR
Extremely rare set of Georges Braque archives maquettes books and lithographs created with the
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Vintage 1950s French Modern Books

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Paper

Rare Antique Books Set of 10 The World's 50 Best Short Novels from 1929
Located in San Diego, CA
measure 6 in. x 4 in. x 8 in. Unique and rare complete collection of 10 editions from 1929. The books are
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Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Books

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Linen, Paper

Rare Cartier L' Album Satin Hardcover Jewelry - Photography Book c 2003
By Cartier
Located in University City, MO
Cartier rare L' Album satin hardcover jewelry - photography book c 2003 The extremely rare book is
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Early 2000s Hardback

Three Books on Violins and Violin Makers
By Dirk J. Balfoort, John H. Fairfield, Willibaldd Leo Frh-v-Lütgendorff
Located in valatie, NY
Three books on Violins and Violin Makers. Known Violin Makers by John H. Fairfield. New York: The
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Early 20th Century German Books

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Paper

Louis Vuitton Paris Auction Catalog 2019 by Gros & Delettrez
By Louis Vuitton
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. Dimensions: 11 3/4' x 8 1/4". Great reference book catalog on rare vintage high end collection from Louis
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion

Hermes Vintage Paris Auction Catalog 2021 Published by Gros & Delettrez
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in North Hollywood, CA
.. Dimensions: 8 1/4" x 11 5/8". Rare haute couture, mode and accessories, held by Gros & Deletrrez at Hotel
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Books

Paris Haute Couture Auction Catalog 2017 Published by Gros & Delettrez
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Drouot. Dimensions: 8 1/4" x 11 5/8". Rare haute couture, mode and accessories, held by Gros & Deletrrez
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Books

Haute Couture Paris Auction Catalog 2016 Published by Gros & Delettrez
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Hotel Drouot Paris.. Dimensions: 8 1/4" x 11 5/8". Rare haute couture, mode and accessories, held by
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21st Century and Contemporary French Fashion Books

Les Confessions French Antique Books by J-J ROUSSEAU Leather Bound 3 Volumes
Located in Boston, MA
-230 pages each. Rare. Only one set available.
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1910s French Book and Adaptations

X-Ray, François Nars, 1st Edition, Powerhouse Books, 1999
Located in London, GB
First Edition, published by PowerHouse Books, New York, 1999. X-Ray is a captivating book by
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1990s American Post-Modern Books

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Paper

Vintage USSR Book: 'Heart of Bonivur' by Dmitry Nagishkin, 1J121
Located in Bordeaux, FR
treasures. Whether you're a fan of profound narratives or a collector of rare books, "Heart of Bonivur
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Vintage 1970s Books

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Paper

2 Antique 18th Century French Leather Books Livres Nouveau Jesus Testament
Located in Dayton, OH
"Set of two rare 18th century French language leather bound hard cover books, representing portions
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Antique 1710s Books

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Leather, Paper

Of Gardens; Four Books by Rene Rapin & John Evelyn the Younger
Located in Middletown, NY
RARE: John Evelyn the Younger's first book, rare first issue with title date 1672. Rapin, René
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Antique 17th Century English Books

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Leather, Paper

Angels of Anarchy Rare Women Artist & Surrealism Hard Cover Book c 2009
Located in University City, MO
Angels of Anarchy Rare women's artist & surrealism hard cover book by Patricia Allmer c 2009 An
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Early 2000s Slovak Avant Garde Books

Alexandre Reza Dreams of Yesterday Realities of To-Day Book by Arlette Seta 1985
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Alexandre Reza, a Paris-based jeweler known for his diverse and rare collection of precious gemstones. Large
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20th Century French Couture

Hermes Vintage Paris Auction Catalog 2018 Published by Gros & Delettrez
By Hermès
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1/4" x 11 5/8". Rare haute couture, mode and accessories, held by Gros & Deletrrez at Hotel Drouot
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21st Century and Contemporary French Collection

Hermes Vintage Paris Auction Catalog 2014 Published by Gros & Delettrez
By Hermès
Located in North Hollywood, CA
1/4" x 11 5/8". Rare haute couture, mode and accessories, held by Gros & Deletrrez at Hotel Drouot
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21st Century and Contemporary French Collection

Hermes Chanel Vuitton Luxe Collector Auction Catalog 2021 by Gros & Delettrez
By Hermès
Located in North Hollywood, CA
. Dimensions: 6 1/4" x 9". Rare haute couture, mode and accessories, held by Gros & Deletrrez at Hotel Drouot
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21st Century and Contemporary French Collection

President & Jacqueline Kennedy's Sotheby's Family Homes Estate Catalog c 2005
By Sotheby's
Located in University City, MO
, New York & Virginia Provides a rare glimpse into their personal collection of art, furniture
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20th Century American Collection

18th Century Rare European Vellum Book
Located in Chicago, IL
18th Century Rare European Vellum book found in Germany.  This book has aged beautifully with
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Antique Mid-18th Century German Books

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Leather, Paper

Rare Signed & Dated Book by Sam Maloof Furniture
By Sam Maloof
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful illustrations signed and dated by Sam Maloof 2002 nice clean condition.
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21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

Early American Bottles & Flasks & Other Rare American Glass Collected, Maclay
Located in valatie, NY
Early American Bottles & Flasks and Other Rare American Glass Collected by the Late Alfred B
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Vintage 1940s American Books

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Paper

Contemporary French Tapestries, rare and collectible coffee table book, 1966
Located in View Park, CA
A very rare and collectible coffee table catalogue: Contemporary French Tapestries: New York
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

Rare Architecture Book / Das Unesco-gebäude in Paris, 1958
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1958 - Photos: Lucie Hervé - publisher: Gerd Hatje - many photos - good original condition - 93 pages - jr.
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Vintage 1950s Scandinavian Modern Books

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Paper

Rare Modern Design in the Home, Milena Lamarová / Czechoslovakia
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1965 - designer : Miroslav Rada - Artia Praha - English version - original condition, see the photos - 207 pages - many beautiful pictures - jr.
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Vintage 1960s Scandinavian Modern Books

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Paper

The Tulip Garden Growing and Collecting Species, Rare and Annual Varieties
Located in New York City, NY
showcases a unique collection of rare and covetable tulips at Blacklands, the beautiful English country
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2010s Chinese Books

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Paper

Rare PANAMARENKO Artist Catalogue Raisonne by Hans Theys Belgium published 1994
Located in bergen op zoom, NL
Rare Catalogue Raisonne of Belgian Artist PANAMARENKO about impudent collages, trembling artists
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Late 20th Century Belgian Post-Modern Books

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Paper

Set of 3 Cat. in Slipcase, Prescott Collection, Christie's Rare Numbered Edition
Located in valatie, NY
Rare Numbered Edition set of 3 hardcover catalogs in Slipcase. The Prescott Collection: Printed
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Antique 1880s American Books

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Paper

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
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Antique Late 17th Century Italian Books

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Paper

Rare Limited Edition Signed Annie Leibovitz, Portraits 2005-2016 Book, Phaidon 2
By Annie Leibovitz, Phaidon
Located in London, GB
For sale a rare limited edition book, "Annie Leibovitz: Portraits 2005-2016", signed & numbered by
Category

2010s Books

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Linen, Paper

Extremely Rare Bauhaus Book BYT by Václav Petr, Ladislav Sutnar, 1934
Located in Praha, CZ
- 1934 - ilustrated by L.Sutnar - Václav Petr - Pavel Janák, A. Heythum, L. Žák, K. Honzík, F. Zelenka, H.Kucerová - 80 pages - few drawings by pencil, little dirty for the con...
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Vintage 1930s Bauhaus Books

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Paper

Gillows: of Lancaster & London 1730-1840, Rare 2 Vol. Boxed, 1st Ed Set
Located in valatie, NY
and Business History, by Susan E. Stuart. Rare 1st Ed 2 Volume Boxed Set, now out of print. Published
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21st Century and Contemporary English Books

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Paper

Sotheby's: The Joseph M. Meraux Collection of Rare and Unusual Clocks, 6/1993
Located in valatie, NY
Sotheby's: The Joseph M. Meraux Collection of Rare and Unusual Clocks, 6/1993. Softcover auction
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1990s American Books

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Paper

Vintage USSR Book: 'Nomads' by K. Kripichny - A Rare Gem from 1963, 1J126
Located in Bordeaux, FR
430 pages. As a rare and treasured find, "Nomads" offers a glimpse into the lives, traditions, and
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Vintage 1960s Books

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Paper

Son of Perdition by James Cozzens, Rare 1st Ed Pre-Publication Review Copy
Located in valatie, NY
. Rare 1st Ed Pre-Publication review copy hardcover, no dust jacket. "A dramatic novel of human character
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Vintage 1920s American Books

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Paper

Design-For-Today, Rare Modernist Magazine, Complete Bound Set, 1933 to 1935, UK
Located in London, GB
Design-For-Today, a short lived modernist avant-garde magazine, 1933 to 1935, UK. A rare and hard
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20th Century British International Style Books

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Paper

T. Y. Chao Private & Family Trust Collections of Important Chinese Ceramic, Rare
Located in valatie, NY
Jade Carvings: Part 1, Hong Kong October 1986. Rare First Edition hardcover with dust jacket. One of
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Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Books

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Paper

Rare 3 Vol. Book Set, Microcosm of London or London in Miniature by Ackerman
Located in Milford, NH
A rare leatherbound three volume book set titled “Microcosm of London or London in Miniature
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Antique Early 1800s English Books

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Leather, Paper

18th Century Rare Dutch Mother of Pearl Pin Booklet with a Silver Back and Lock
Located in Delft, NL
18th century rare Dutch mother of pearl pin booklet with a silver back and lock A mother of
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Antique Mid-18th Century Dutch Books

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Silver

First Edition Rare Portofolio Booklet by Egon Schiele 24 Unframed Prints
By Egon Schiele
Located in San Diego, CA
with light wear unframed prints, this book was purchased in 1978 from Daley Rare Books, Los Angeles
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20th Century Austrian Art Deco Prints

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Paper

Madame BOVARY Book in French by G. Flaubert Leather bound 1928 edition Paris
Located in Boston, MA
spots on the inside cover. Don't think it's been used. Clean pages - see photos. Rare. Only one
Category

1920s French Book and Adaptations

Shining Wall of Books Beinecke Library, New Haven
By Reinhard Görner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
principal repository for literary archives, early manuscripts, and rare books. 3 sizes, below. The Beinecke
Category

2010s Conceptual Landscape Photography

Materials

C Print, Lambda

Shining Wall of Books Beinecke Library, New Haven
By Reinhard Görner
Located in Los Angeles, CA
principal repository for literary archives, early manuscripts, and rare books. 3 sizes, below. The Beinecke
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2010s Conceptual Landscape Photography

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C Print, Lambda

Pair of 19th C. French Book Velum Containers
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two containers made from antique velum books. They are triangular in shape, each adorned with a
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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Books

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Parchment Paper

Johnny Hallyday's 50 Year Career The Official Book Collection French Edition
Located in North Hollywood, CA
official collection celebrating Johnny Hallyday's 50-year career consists of twenty-three books and CDs
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Late 20th Century French Folk Art Books

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Paper

Kennedys Amidst the Gathering Storm: A 1000 Days in London, 1938-1940, Signed
Located in valatie, NY
family archives, Joseph P. Kennedy's private papers, and using rare photographs of English society and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Books

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Paper

A Chorus Of Colors Chinese Glass From Three American Collections, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
Shorenstein. Together these collections provide a rare opportunity to read about the range and depth of
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1990s Books

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Paper

1950s Italian Alabaster / Stone Fruit Georgia Peach Half Bookends - Pair
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a rare pair of large stone fruit bookends! They are large peach halves. They do have a flat
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Mid-20th Century Italian Primitive Books

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Alabaster

Araki's Magnum Opus: Complete Book Collection 1-20 + Satchin and Mabo
By Nobuyoshi Araki
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
published in Japan in 1996 by Heibonsha Limited, Publisher. 21 books complete collection limited edition
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1990s Japanese Mid-Century Modern Books

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Paper

American Art from American Collections, Numbered #199/455 Signed by James Biddle
Located in valatie, NY
slipcase. Rare book in Excellent condition. 250 works discussed and illustrated in a blue leather bound
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Vintage 1960s Books

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Leather, Paper

Brando's Smile His Life Thought and Work Hardcover Book by Susan L. Mizruchi
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Brando others have missed: the man who collected four thousand books; the man who rewrote scripts
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21st Century and Contemporary American Folk Art Books

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Paper

Die Fouquet, 1860-1960: Schmuck-Kunstler in Paris, 1st Ed
Located in valatie, NY
recreation of the shop of Georges Fouquet. Rare hardcover 1st ed of a very important monograph about the
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Vintage 1980s German Books

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Paper

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