Colette Van Praag (2 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. An elaborate, large, thick, multi-dimensional book (though that word is insufficent). Folio(9.5 x 12.25 x 2.5 in.). Sewn binding. It weighs 6 pounds.This is #514 of a limited edition of 1,000 signed by the artist. In this copy's case, the signing is with a joyous inscription on the number page, not the title page. The author and artist explains her inner spiritual journey over many years and how this project came to be. Here is a summary from the publisher: "Gateways of the Divine' is a visionary and poetic initiation into the realms of light and shadow. This exquisite artist's edition depicts a mythic journey of awakening through 44 Gateway cards; each Gateway is then illuminated by an inspiring collection of poetry and writings from the world's great mystical tradition. Featuring Rumi, Kabir, Tagore, Rilke, as well as the modern poets David Whyte, Pablo Neruda and Octavio Paz, 'Gateways of the Divine' offers timeless wisdom on the path to wholeness." Contents are bound into a stiff enclosure with magnetic flap. This copy has "chip" wear on 4 corners but it is not severe. Contents are clean, all 44 cards, in sleeves, are present. Obviously, an unusual item. Photos attached to the listing bring more explanation than words can, perhaps. Included, in the rear, is a listing of sources and permissions and an index. Signed by Author(s).…

Laminate boards. Condition: Near Fine. First Edition. A clean, very sharp copy of the 2001 signed/limited edition and a wonderful Association copy. #89 OF 1,000 COPIES SIGNED BY THE AUTHOR COLETTE VAN PRAAG, IN THIS CASE INSCRIBED TO ERICA JONG. (There's also a laid-in card from the author tenderly inscribed to Erica Jong as well). An impressive casebound book, "with a double spine, fold-out flap and snap closure. 326 pgs., including over 250 passages of poetry and mystical writings. Divination cards inserted in 44 vellum pouches. Weight over 7 lbs". Richly illustrated thrpughout and lavishly printed. "Colette found the inspiration for 'Gateways of the Divine' in a life immersed in an exploration of the sacred. A collage artist and a photographer of dance and ritual, she has studied Jungian psychology, Indian temple dance, film and expressive arts therapy.". Signed.…