Dexter George Blake (24 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. Publisher: Little, Brown, Boston, 1923 Used - Good. Tan boards with dark brown spine. Paper label on spine is discolored. Cover have browned at all the edges .Pages are yellowed. Names of previous owners on inside page A tight copy.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Cloth Backed Boards. Condition: Collectible-Very Good. First Edition. Gilt decoration front and back cover; spine label. Illustrated dust wrapper; chipping to top edges, slight chipping to bottom edges. Illustrations. From the dust wrapper: "Mr. Dexter, through many years of travel through many countries, has obtained a beautiful and unique collection including articles of furniture, porcelains, jewels, plate and souvenirs from celebrities. Each one was acquired as the result of some interesting encounter or experience, and this book tells the stories of these various art objects. There are stories of chests from Syria and chairs from Italy; tapestries from England; Persian enamels from Thibet; of colonial Sheffield plate and Chinese porcelains." Contents include: How the Collection Started; Louis XIV's Cryptogram; The Cross of St. Anne; Outwitting a Dealer; The Result of Mistaken Identity; The Waiter's Snuffbox; A Royal Kleptomanic; Romance of the Silver Clasp; etc.

Condition: New.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Boards a bit scuffed, endpapers toned. 1944 Hard Cover. 266 pp. 8vo. Green cloth, gilt titles. Photographic frontispiece and seven photographic plates. Includes: Preface - Dexter Perkins; Editor's Introduction; A History of Rochester's Part in the Civil War - Ruth Marsh; Civil War Letters of Samuel S. Partridge of the "Rochester Regiment"; George Breck's Civil War Letters from the "Reynolds Battery"; Civil War Letters of Francis Edwin Pierce of the 108th New York Volunteer Infantry; August Seiser's Civil War Diary or Short Sketches of Campaigns with the Potomac Army; Porter Farley's Reminiscences of the 140th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry; List of Rochester Historical Society Members; Index.

Hard Cover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. First Edition. First edition. Ink name and date on front endpaper, endpapers toned. 1944 Hard Cover. 266 pp. 8vo. Photographic frontispiece and seven photographic plates. Includes: Preface - Dexter Perkins; Editor's Introduction; A History of Rochester's Part in the Civil War - Ruth Marsh; Civil War Letters of Samuel S. Partridge of the "Rochester Regiment"; George Breck's Civil War Letters from the "Reynolds Battery"; Civil War Letters of Francis Edwin Pierce of the 108th New York Volunteer Infantry; August Seiser's Civil War Diary or Short Sketches of Campaigns with the Potomac Army; Porter Farley's Reminiscences of the 140th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry; List of Rochester Historical Society Members; Index.

Hard Cover. Condition: Near Fine. No Jacket. First Edition. First edition. Endpapers a bit toned, otherwise an exceptional copy. 1944 Hard Cover. 266 pp. 8vo. Photographic frontispiece and seven photographic plates. Includes: Preface - Dexter Perkins; Editor's Introduction; A History of Rochester's Part in the Civil War - Ruth Marsh; Civil War Letters of Samuel S. Partridge of the "Rochester Regiment"; George Breck's Civil War Letters from the "Reynolds Battery"; Civil War Letters of Francis Edwin Pierce of the 108th New York Volunteer Infantry; August Seiser's Civil War Diary or Short Sketches of Campaigns with the Potomac Army; Porter Farley's Reminiscences of the 140th Regiment New York Volunteer Infantry; List of Rochester Historical Society Members; Index.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Octavo, 189pp including index. Brown and tan cloth binding with title to spine, shelf worn to edges and corners, title label is peeling & darkened, boards stained, front endpaper with small tear; previous owners handstamp to second free end paper, otherwise internally clean and clear. With illustrations.

Hardcover. Tan cloth boards with dark brown spine. paste on title block. xi pages, 2 leaves, [3]-189 pages frontispiece, plates. Very Good. Cover has general wear, discoloration. Bookblock and interior pages have age toning. Previous owners bookplate on inside front cover.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. With Illustrations (illustrator). SIGNED BY AUTHOR. Signature appears on flyleaf. Age wear includes normal scuffs and soils, with some edge chips and light corner exposure; foxing on title page and dedication page; fore-edge is a bit rough, with some tears from uncut pages pulled apart (does not effect text - fairly minimal). A guide for collectors of various items. 189 pages. SIGNED BY AUTHOR. Book.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - 'The Lure of Amateur Collecting' is a captivating exploration into the world of connoisseurship and the personal pursuit of rare and beautiful objects. George Blake Dexter shares his extensive experiences as a collector, offering readers a glimpse into the passion and dedication required to assemble a meaningful collection of antiques and art. The work delves into the aesthetic and historical significance of various treasures, ranging from fine furniture and ceramics to unique curiosities found in unexpected places.

Brossura. Condition: come nuovo. Dust Jacket Condition: ottimo. prima edizione. Offering unique insight into the world of contemporary art, this book looks at four generations of artists, from the established to the newly emerged. Photographs of each of the artists, taken by Amanda Eliasch during 2002 in the artists' studios, are set alongside examples of their work. The text by Gemma de Cruz provides a brief overview of who the artists are, what they do and how their work and ideas fit into the art world at this time. This book draws attention to a particular selection of artists who together form a strong idea of what is happening now in contemporary art in London, featuring artists who are influential alongside those they have influenced. Descrizione bibliografica Title: British Artists at Work Author: Gemma De Cruz (Texts by) Other Authors: with additional material by Kay Hartenstein-Saatchi and Martin Maloney Photographs by: Amanda Eliasch Original concept by: Franca Sozzani Publisher: New York: Assouline, 2003 Physical Description: 192 pagine; 28 cm; Fully illustrated; In shrink wrap (In pellicola termoretraibile) Weight: 2,4 Kilograms; hundreds of b/w and colour illustrations ISBN: 2843235057, 9782843235054 Language: English Soggetti: Arte contemporanea, Young British Artists, Concettuale, Collezionismo, Libri illustrati, Artisti emergenti, Opere, Collezioni, Installazioni, Mostre, Astrattismo, Pittura, Scultura, Plastica, Esposizioni, Personali, Trend, Cultura, Edizioni pregiate, Moda, Fotografia, Inghilterra, Gran Bretagna, Various, Contemporary British Painting, Modern Art, Peter Thomas Blake, Britannique, Groupe d'artistes, Peintures, Aquarelles, Dessins, Gravures, Dipinti, Acquerelli, Disegni, Incisioni, Olio, Tele, Ritratti, Paesaggio, Video, Cinema, Sessualità, Pop, Fumetti, Postmoderno, Giovani, Quotazioni, Oggetti, Kartell, Design, Monument, Incisioni, Incisori, Sculture geometriche, Biomorfiche, Granito, Pietra calcarea, Marmo, Pigmenti, Malta, Acciaio inossidabile, Colori, Decorazioni, Progetti architettonici, Scenografie, Testi, Frasi, Superblack, Nero, Vantablack, Damien Hirst, Formaldeide, Stile, Prêt-à-porter, YBAs, Brit Pack, Britart, Visual, Goldsmiths College, Tattiche shock, Materiali di recupero, Charles Saatchi, Tracey Emin, Fine Art, Freeze, Videoarte, Immagini, Readymade, Turner Prize, Sensation, Biennale, Venezia, Vogue Italia, Vitrine, Tate, Anni Ottanta, Anni Novanta, Anni Duemila, Gallerie commerciali, My Bed, Femminismo, The Physical Impossibility Of Death In the Mind Of Someone Living, Libri fuori catalogo, Contemporary art, Conceptual, Collecting, Illustrated books, Emerging artists, Works, Collections, Installations, Exhibitions, Abstractionism, Painting, Sculpture, Plastic, Exhibitions, Personal, Culture, Fine editions, Fashion, Photography, England, Great Britain, Paintings, Watercolors, Drawings, Engravings, Oil, Canvases, Portraits, Landscape, Video, Cinema, Sexuality, Comics, Postmodern, Young people, Quotes, Objects, Engravings, Engravers, Geometric sculptures, Biomorphic, Granite, Limestone, Marble, Pigments, Mortar, Steel stainless steel, Colors, Decorations, Architectural projects, Scenography, Texts, Phrases, Black, Formaldehyde, Style, Shocking tactics, Recycled materials, Video art, Images, Venice, Italy, Eighties, Nineties, Years 2000, Commercial galleries, Feminism, Out of print books Parole e frasi comuni abstract painting ACRYLIC ON CANVAS ANTONY GORMLEY history world body CHANTAL JOFFE colour contemporary create D.J. SIMPSON Damien decorative DETAIL DEXTER DALWOOD dress emotional exhibition feel figures film FIONA RAE Gagosian GARY HUME GAVIN TURK gestures GILBERT & GEORGE GILLIAN WEARING girl Goldsmiths College GRAYSON PERRY HOUSEHOLD GLOSS PAINT HOWARD HODGKIN huge IAN DAVENPORT images installation Jay Jopling White Cube JENNY SAVILLE JIM LAMBIE JUN HASEGAWA KIRSTEN GLASS landscape LISA MILROY look magazines MARC QUINN MARTIN MALONEY MARTIN MCGINN MAT COLLISHAW MICHAEL CRAIG-MARTIN MICHAEL RAEDECKER NEIL RUMMING objects OIL BOARD White Cube I know n.

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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 248, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 248 248.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: - 248, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 248 248.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1923. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 246, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 246 246.