Rare Lawson poetry book from 1896
Henry Lawson: 'In The Days When The World Was Wide And Other Verses' by Henry Lawson (Sydney 1896) first edition. Hard cover brown buckram cloth with black lettering on the spine (rubbed), top edge gilt otherwise pages uncut. Spine split on the front…
Picturesque Australasia
Cassell's Picturesque Australasia Edited by E.E. Morris, M.A. (Professor of English, Etc. Melbourne University.), four parts in two volumes with original illustrations. Published Cassell & Company, Ltd. 1889
Benezit Dictionary of Artists
Art reference books: E. Benezit Dictionary of artists Dictionary of painters, sculptors, designers and engravers. 8 volumes, French nouvelle edition, published 1966
Australia's Official WWI History and Photographic Record
Seven volumes official history Australia, in the war of 1914-18. Vol. 1-6 and vol 12 photographic volume of the war
Limited edition 'Temple of Flora' with 12 color plates
One volume: Thornton's 'Temple of Flora', by Dr. Robert John Thornton '1951', with bibliographical notes by Handasyde Buchanan. London: Collins, 1951. Printed in the Netherlands. Complete with the 12 colour plates and 23 (of 24?) black and white plates.…
Enchanted Forest: Ida Rentoul Outhwaite's Illustrated Stories
Ida Rentoul Outhwaite: 'The Enchanted Forest' with stories by Grenbry Outhwaite published by A & C Black [London, 1931], first edition, quarto, red/blue cross-hatched heavy card boards, missing the blue cloth spine, white label with illustration to front…
"19th Century Aus. Silver" (if abbreviations are allowed)
Volume - 'Nineteenth Century Australia Silver,' volume I and II, by J.B. Hawkins Published by the antique collector's club Pty Ltd, 1990. Boxed set of two hardback books.
Brilliant: Australian Gold and Silver (1851-1950)
Volume - 'Brilliant: Australian Gold and Silver 1851-1950,' edited by Eva Czernis-Ryl Powerhouse Publishing, Sydney, 2011
Complete Works of Hogarth (1885)
Hannay, James (introd.), the complete works of William Hogarth, c.1885, Mackenzie, William, London, Edinburgh & Dublin, including 150 steel engravings, published in 6 volumes, full brown cloth, black lettering on spine, gilt lettering on cover, gilt…
Captain Marryat's Beige Leather Spine Volumes
Four beige leather spine volumes by Captain Marryat with gilt tooling. London (4)
Antarctic Wildlife: Scottish Expedition Photographs
'Life in the Antarctic - Photographs by the Scottish National Antarctic Expedition' - Gowan's Nature Books, No.10 [Glasgow, 1907] with 60 full page photohraphs. Scarce and early little booklet of photographs of Antarctic wildlife
Old England: Pictorial Museum of Antiquities
Old England: A Pictorial Museum of Regal, Ecclesiastical, Baronial, Municipal, and Popular Antiquities.' Volumes 1 & 2: [Charles Knight & Co., London, 1845. Hardcover. Folios. 10.25' x 14.25'. 392pp; 386pp.], 24 chromolithographic plates. Contemporary…
Coloured Plates: Scenes of Bombay in 1826
Two coloured plates, two 'Scene in Bombay', from Volume I of 'Scenery, Costumes and Architecture of India', engraved by R.G. Reeve (fl.1811-37) pub. by Ackermann, 1826, 20 x 28 cm and 20 x 26 cm
Swift's Letters and Other Books
Swift's Letters: 'Letters written by the late JONATHAN SWIFT, D.D. Dean of St. Patrick's, Dublin, and several of his friends. From the year 1703 to 1740?..' [Bathurst, Woodfall, et al; London; 1726, 1728]; 4 volumes; 3 with the bookplate of Chas Brandling…
Presidential Signatures and Memorabilia
US Presidents: group with Gerald Ford (38th President) signature inside his book 'A Time to Heal' [New York, 1979], plus signed photo, handkerchief & cards (2); Jimmy Carter (39th President) signature inside his book 'Why Not the Best' [Nashville, 1975].
Te Tohunga: Maori Legends and Traditions
Dittmer, Wilhelm, Te Tohunga - The Ancient Legends and Traditions of the Maoris Orally collected and Pictured, (Routledge & Sons, First Edition 1907 London.) pp.xviii,119, 28 full-page plates of drawings of Maori carvings, tattoos, clothing, etc., In…
French Leather Bound Books: Antique & Later Sets
Good selection of antique & later French leather bound books, various sets
19th Century Aussie Furniture
Book: Nineteenth Century Australian Furniture by Kevin Fahy, Christina Simpson & Andrew Simpson. Published: Ell press-Sydney
Pierre Benoit Leather-bound Collection 1925
Seventeen brown leather spine, marbled with leather corners 'Pierre Benoit' volumes. Paris 1925 (17)
Monet: Triumph of Impressionism
Wildenstein, Daniel. Monet, or the Triumph of Impressionism, catalogue Raisonne 4 volumes, Taschen, Wildenstein Institute, 1996, printed Germany, 4vo, blue cloth, white printed lettering, slipcase, excellent
Captain Cook's Fish Drawings - Whitehead (1968)
'Drawings of Fishes From Captain Cook's Voyages' by P.J.P.Whitehead (London 1968). Elephant folio first edition, blue cloth boards with dust wrapper (worn), book nice & firm. VG condition
Chagall's Ceramics and Sculptures
The Ceramics and Sculptures of Chagall Malraux, Andre, Editions Andre Sauret, Monaco, 1972, quarto, linen binding in illustrated dust jacket, original lithograph bound in book
Aboriginal Culture: Across Australia and Beyond
Australian Aborigines: 'Across Australia' by Spencer & Gillen; 2 vols. [1912], with colour plates, photographs and illustrations. Also, 3 later volumes. (5 items)
Illustrated Australia, 1870
A two volume set of 'Australia' by Edwin Carton Booth, circa 1870, illustrated by Skinner Prout, N. Chevalier, etc, published by Virtue & Co Ltd, London
Primitive Art Library
Primitive & Tribal Art: Library of books. Noted 'Oceanic Art' by Anthony J.P Meyer; 'Asmat' by G & A Konrad; 'Dogon Statuary' by D. Amez; plus assorted books on Africa & South America. (23 items)
Discovering Australia's History and Beauty
Australian Themes: Group of books on exploration, travel, convicts & art. (35 items)
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HMS Endeavour: Parkin's Limited First Edition (1997)
HMS Endeavour: 'H.M.Bark Endeavour' by Ray Parkin [Melb., 1997], two vols in slipcase, one volume is charts, other is text. True first edition - limited to one thousand copies - later reprinted in the same year (1997). G/VG condition
"Short Studies on Great Subjects" (1891)
Five red leather spine 'Short Studies on Great. Five Red Leather Spine 'Short Studies on Great Subjects' volumes with gilt tooling. London 1891 (5)
Victorian Atlas of Australasia (1886)
Victorian Picturesque Atlas of Australasia edited by Andrew Garran, published by Picturesque Atlas Publishing Company, 1886, in three volumes, some wear.
Bookish Daydream
An oil on canvas, laid on board of a young girl daydreaming while reading a book, in a elaborate gilded frame (A/F)
Picturesque Atlas of Australasia (1886)
The Picturesque Atlas of Australasia' Vols I, II and III by Andrew Garron, 1st edition, 1886, including multiple black and white engravings and colour maps (including North Island and New Zealand).
Australian Jewellers: Gold & Silversmiths - A Reference Book
Volume - 'Australian Jewellers: Gold & Silversmiths, Makers & Marks,' by Kenneth Cavill, Graham Cocks, and Jack Grace Published by C.G.C. Gold Pty Ltd, 1992. Hardback.
History of the Church, 1867
J.E. Darras-Histoire DeLeglise 1867 (37 volumes). J.E. Darras-Histoire DeLeglise 1867 (37 volumes)
Blue Leather Hallams Middle Ages (1819, 3 volumes)
Three blue leather spine 'Hallams Middle Ages'. Three blue leather spine 'Hallams Middle Ages' volumes with marbled cover and leather corners. London 1819 (3)
Blue Leather Books with Marbled Covers and Gilt Tooling
Seven blue leather spine books with marbled cover & gilt tooling by Arthur L.Humphreys. London 1907 (7)
"Macqulays Life & Letters" (5 volumes)
Five beige leather spine 'Macqulays Life &. Five Beige Leather Spine 'Macqulays Life & Letters' volumes. London 1861 (5)
Green Leather Dickens Works with David Copperfield & Nicholas Nickleby
Six green leather spine and marbled 'Dickens's. Six Green Leather Spine and Marbled 'Dickens's Works' volumes with leather corners along with a 'David Copperfield' & Nicholas Nickleby' examples. London (8)
Antique 12-volume Gibbon's Roman Empire History (1820)
Antique set of The History of the Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire by Edward Gibbon Esq. A new edition in twelve volumes 1820, All maps and frontispiece, of Gibbon are intact (12)
India's History
Books, (2) 'History of India,' by James Grant, published Cassell, Petter, Galpin. Vol. I and II
Prescott's Complete Works in 11 Volumes
Complete set 'The works of Prescott', edited by J F Kirk, Published London, George Routledge in eleven volumes. Full calf. Senior Knox prise.
French Army's Travels in Upper and Lower Egypt
DENON, Vivant: 'Travels in Upper and Lower Egypt, in company with several divisions of the French Army, During the Campaigns of General Bonaparte?' [Longman & Rees, London, 1803]. In 3 volumes, with an additional larger volume of plates.
Kenton Cast Iron Fire Truck Toy with Books
American cast iron three horse hook & ladder toy, possibly Kenton together with 2 reference books. 75 cm long (3)
Aussie Furniture: 1788-1938 Pictorial & Dictionary
Book, Australian furniture pictorial history and dictionary 1788-1938 (Kevin Fahy and Andrew Simpson)
Victor Hugo's 'Oeuvres' in 15 leather volumes
Fifteen brown leather spine 'Oeuvres De Victor. Fifteen Brown Leather Spine 'Oeuvres De Victor Hugo' volumes with blue cloth covers. Paris 1864 (15)
Antique Alisons History of Europe in Leather
Four antique beige leather spine, 'Alisons History. Four Antique Beige Leather Spine, 'Alisons History of Europe' volumes with gilt tooling. London (4)
Books on Australian Aborigines
Australian Aborigines: a collection of books including 'Coming into being Among the Australian Aborigines' by Ashley-Montagu [1937], 'Australian Totemism' by Roheim [1925; signed by the author], 'Australian Aboriginal Art' by Berndt [1964], 'Knights of…
Illustrated Books Collection
Illustrated Books & Others: Noted 'The Art-Journal - 1849'; 'The Art Journal Illustrated Catalogue - The Industry of All Nations 1851'; 'The Sermon on the Mount' by Audsley [1861]; 'Art Journal' 1862 & 1863; 'Cassell's Picturesque Australasia' [1887];…
Laughing Torso: Signed Limited Edition with Original Drawing
One vol, Laughing Torso, Only 92 copies of this book were created with an original signed drawing done by Nina Hamnett. Constable & Co. 1932 First edition
Antique Fine Art Scott Volumes
Twenty eight antique leather spine, cloth covered with leather corners 'The Fine Art Scott' volumes. London (28)
Mollie's Staircase
Rentoul, Annie I. and Rentoul, Ida S. Mollie's Staircase, [Melbourne: M.L. Hutchinson, 1906]. Oblong quarto, lettered wrappers, original ribbon ties, 12 black & white, plates, plus illustrations in text.
Leather-bound Marryat and Waverley novels in London
Twelve leather spine, marbled Marryat books along with three Waverley Novels. London (15)
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Australian & Mappin Webb Jewellery Catalogues
JEWELLERY: 'Australian Jewellery' [1990] by Schofield && Fahy. together with a 'Mappin & Webb and Webb Bros' hard cover catalogue c.1905 illustrating the enormous range of products they sold or manufactured, all with prices. (2 items).
Aboriginal Studies Collection
Australian Aborigines: 'Kunapipi - a study of an Australian Aboriginal religious cult' by Berndt [1951], 'Australian Aborigines - Their life and Culture' by McCarthy [1957; L/E; signed], 'The Dreamtime book' by Roberts & Mountford [L/E, signed], the last…
Wild Australia: Aborigines' Wanderings
Australian Aborigines: 'Wanderings in wild Australia' by Baldwin Spencer [1928]; (2 volumes)
Aussie Furniture: 1788-1938 Pictorial History & Dictionary
Book, Australian Furniture Pictorial History and Dictionary 1788-1938 (Fahey and Simpson)
The Vernon Gallery of British Art
3 volumes The Vernon Gallery Of British Art, Green Leather with gilt throughout. 1854, George Virtue Publishing
Arthur Streeton Catalogue
Book, 'The Arthur Streeton Catalogue.' Melbourne,1935. Quarto, gilt-lettered purple cloth (a little sun faded), 141 pp, numerous tipped-in colour and black and white plates, essays by J. S. Macdonald, Irwin Macdonald and Lionel Lindsay. Limited to 500…
Don Quixote by Charles Jarvis (4 volumes)
Four beige leather spine volumes 'Don Quixote'. Four beige leather spine volumes 'Don Quixote' with gilt tooling by Charles Jarvis. London (4)
Red Leather Shakespeare Collection
Six red leather spine, marble cover volumes on Shakespeare's works (6)
Tasmanian Cyclopedias (1900, 1931)
Tasmania: 'The Cyclopedia of Tasmania' in two volumes, published by Maitland & Krone (Hobart, 1900); plus 'The Tasmanian Cyclopedia' published by The Service Publishing Co. (Hobart, 1931). Fair/Good condition. (2 items)
Chambers' Cyclopaedia: Universal Arts and Sciences (1738)
'Cyclopaedia: or an Universal Dictionary of Arts and Sciences' in two volumes by Chambers (2nd Edition, London, 1738). Fair/Good condition. The Cyclopaedia was one of the first general encyclopedias to be produced in English
Craftsman Homes by Gustav Stickley (1909)
Gustav Stickley, Craftsman Homes, The Craftsman Publishing Company, first edition, 1909, 205 pages
America's Cup Print and Signed Australia II Book
A commemorative Americas cup original screen print and Australia II book signed by the artist Paul Kosta lower right, dated 1986. The book is signed with dedication from Alan Bond. 80 x 60 cm (image)
Australian Furniture History & Dictionary
Kevin Fahy & Andrew Simpson, 'Australian Furniture Pictorial History And Dictionary, 1788-1938', [Syd. 1998] limited edition 1929/2000 copies signed by the authors, with d/j and slip case, near mint condition in original shipping carton
Green Marbled Marryats Novels (7 volumes)
Seven green leather spine and marbled 'Marryats. Seven Green Leather Spine and Marbled 'Marryats Novels' volumes. London (7)
"Judicial Evidence" by Jeremy Bentham (11 volumes, stained boards)
Books, (11) 'Rationale of Judicial Evidence,' by Jeremy Bentham, pub.1827. 11 volumes, some with loose and stained boards
Elioth Gruner: The Art
Book, 'The Art of Elioth Gruner.' limited edition #465/600, signed by artist. Pub. Art in Australia
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Tasmania Geography and History for Young Learners
GIBSON (Clarke) Caroline [1820-1886] 'A Simple Abstract of the GEOGRAPHY and HISTORY of TASMANIA. Intended for Young Learners. [Hudosn & Hopwood, Launceston, 1871], small hardcover with grey boards - title (front) & adverts. (back) printed in black. With…
Tasmanian Bishop's Island Voyage & Memoirs of Lieutenant Cox
NIXON, Francis Russell, Bishop of Tasmania: 'The Cruise of the Beacon: A Narrative of a Visit to The Islands in Bass's Straits, with illustrations.' [Bell && Daldy, London. 1857] Hardcover First edition. 116pp and 24 pages of ads. Illustrated half-title,…
Blue Leather Cowper Works 1837
Twelve blue leather spine and marbled 'Cowper. Twelve Blue Leather Spine and Marbled 'Cowper Works' volumes with leather corners and gilt tooling. London 1837(12)
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The Thirteenth Guest
Hume, Fergus [1859-1932] the Thirteenth Guest. [Ward, Lock & Co, 1913] 1st Edition, 320pp Hard Cover in black and red textured binding with gilt titles on front and spine (bumped and starting to split). Colour frontis of Vera Harpen by L.M.Hunter. Some…
Jubilee History of Tasmania & Victoria with Biographies
Tasmania: 'The Jubilee History of Tasmania' in two volumes, by Leavitt (Melbourne, c1887), incorporates the Early History of Victoria, Biographical Sketches & 'Australian Representative Men'. Fair/Good condition
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