Summer 2017 [June] Catalogue

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223. [Literature & Art] Ambrosi, Gustinus. (1893-1975).
Two Autograph Letters

Two very interesting early autograph letters from the Austrian sculptor and poet, regarding his artistic and literary pursuits. The first letter (2 pp.; January 10, 1913) is addressed to a Herr Specht (perhaps the Viennese poet Richard Specht) and expresses Ambrosi's gratitude for Specht's support after an unfavorable review. The second letter (3 pp.; February 8, 1923), written in Ambrosi's remarkable calligraphic hand and addressed to Viennese scholar Max Pirker, expresses at length Ambrosi's feelings about his "true work," poetry (his first volume of poetry was published in 1923) and his gratitude for Pirker's recognition, going on to expound on his thoughts on nature, spirituality, death, and the importance of living in the present. An important pair of letters from the artist recognized as a significant portraitist of the twentieth century. On two bifolia, the first of translucent paper with toning, the second of heavier paper; some edge wear and folding creases, but overall in fine condition. 6.25 x 8.75 inches (15.8 x 22.2 cm) and 6.75 x 8.75 inches (17.3 x 22.4 cm). Read More...
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224. [Literature & Art] [Avant-Garde] Larionov, Mikhail. (1881-1964) & Laurens, Henri. (1885-1954).
"Bal de la Grande Ourse" - Avant-Garde 1925 Poster for Russian Ball in Paris

A rare original poster/brochure designed by the avant-garde painter Mikhail Larionov and French sculptor Henri Laurens, advertising a grand costume ball given by the Russian artistic community of Paris in May 1925. Titled "Bal de la Grande Ourse, organisé par l'Union des Artistes Russes à Paris," the event took place at the Salle Bullier on May 8, 1925, from 10 pm to 6 am. Cf. Bolliger VI, 714 for the program booklet and 2 variant brochures. Printed on thin green newsprint; slight ghosting from another copy along the right edge of the recto. Folding creases and some light toning, but overall in very fine condition. 12.75 x 19.5 inches (32 x 48 cm).  Read More...
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225. [Literature & Art] Bacon, Francis. (1909 - 1992).
"Bacon: Galerie Maeght" [Personnage Couche] - SIGNED POSTER

"Bacon: Galerie Maeght" color exhibition lithograph poster, depicting the artist's "Personnage Couche, " signed in sharpie ink lower right "Francis Bacon." Copyright Maeght Editeur, Arte Paris l.l., printed 1966.  Unframed. 27 3/4" x 17 7/8" (66 x 45 cm). In fine condition. 

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226. [Literature & Art] Browning, Robert. (1812-1889).
Autograph Letter

Autograph letter signed from the important English poet to a Miss Budden, apologizing for missing their meeting and inviting her to come for lunch the following week. Warwick Crescent [London], June 28, 1879. 1 page. 8vo, single-sheet folded with conjugate blank. Folding creases and some light toning; overall in very fine condition. 4.5 x 7 inches (11.2 x 17.7 cm). Read More...
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227. [Literature & Art] Chase, William Merritt. (1849-1916).
Autograph Letter

Autograph letter signed from the American painter known as a teacher and an exponent of Impressionism, to a Mrs. Derving, offering help with an article on flower painting. February 8, 1909. Chase writes: "I fear I have neglected to answer your recently received letter. Don't hesitate to come to me for anything that will in anyway help in your article on flower painting. You would be admitted and welcome at any time at my house to see the [...] picture which hangs in our dining room. Sincerely yours, W. M. Chase. [P.S.] There is somewhere in [...] my house a very interesting old flower-picture which I will try to get out for you. W. M. C." 2 pp. of a bifolium. Folding creases and light toning; overall in fine condition. 5 x 8 inches (12.4 x 20 cm).
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228. [Literature & Art] [Dada] Löhner-Beda, Fritz. (1883-1942) & Hajós, Karl. (1889-1950) & Ortmann, Wolfgang. (1885-1967).
"Dadaistische Fox-Trot" - Original Sheet Music

Berlin: Berliner Bohème-Verlag K. Brüll. 1920. Dada, dadaistischer Fox-trot für Trottel und Solche - die es noch werden Wollen. Worte von DaDa Beda. Musik von Ober-DaDa Hajós. ("Dada, dadaistic foxtrot for fools and those who want to become fools. Words by DaDa Beda. Music by Arch-DaDa Hajos.") An extremely rare song parodying the Dada movement, with music by the Hungarian composer Karl Hajos and lyrics by Fritz Löhner-Beda, one of the most famous Viennese songwriters of his time, and graphically striking illustrated wrappers by Wolfgang Ortmann. The nonsense lyrics poke fun at the absurdist use of language in Dada and at the movement's cult status: the beginning of the chorus translates as "Dada, O holy Dada, O loudmouthed Dada, hear my prayer." Published in 1920, coinciding with the First International Dada Fair in Berlin, the song must have appealed to Berliners who found the movement's gatherings and publications bizarre and amusing. Upright folio. 6 pp. Toned, spine reinforced internally with paper tape, two small early tape repairs to inside front cover with resultant staining, lower edges lightly chipped.  Read More...
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229. [Literature & Art] Degas, Edgar. (1834 - 1917).
Autograph Letter to Felix Bracquemond

Autograph letter from the important Impressionist painter to French painter and etcher Félix Bracquemond, arranging a meeting. Postmarked May 30, 1904. Translated from the French: "My dear Bracquemond, we will have to meet tomorrow. On Tuesday I am taking the train at 2:20 and will be at your door about 3:00. Yours, Degas." 1 p., addressed and postmarked on the verso. Perforated edges and light toning; overall in fine condition. 4.25 x 5.5 inches (11.2 x 14.1 cm). Read More...
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230. [Literature & Art] Delacroix, Eugène. (1798-1863).
Autograph Letter

Autograph letter signed from the important artist known as the leader of the French Romantic school, arranging for invitations to a ball. January 16, 1861. Translated from the French, in part: "Dear Sir, I have been told that there will be a ball at the Hôtel de Ville on the 28th. I trust that you can help me obtain the following invitations: M. Bixio, M. Olivier Bixio, Mlle. Helen Bixio, [&] Mlle. Abeille Bixio, Rue Jacob 26. M. Depret, Mad. Depret, [&] Mlle. Depret, Rue Taitbout 82..." 1 p. of a bifolium. Light folding creases, ink slightly faded; overall in fine condition. 5.25 x 8 inches (13.4 x 20.6 cm).
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231. [Literature & Art] [Dubuffet, Jean. (1901-1985)] Müller, Heinrich Anton. (1869-1930) .
1949 Postcard Invitation to Art Brut Exhibition

An original postcard of Swiss painter Heinrich Anton Müller's surreal drawing Le Pere Darou, with a printed inscription on the verso inviting the recipient to the 1949 exhibition of Art Brut: "qui se tiendra à la galerie René Drouin... à partir du mardi 11 octobre 1949." The inscription is printed in a facsimile of the handwriting of Jean Dubuffet, and the postcard is addressed in another hand and postmarked October 7, 1949. In fine condition. 5.5 x 3.5 inches (14.1 x 9.3 cm). Read More...
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232. [Literature & Art] Elbe, Lili. [Wegener, Einar.] (1882 - 1931).
Still life, 1926 - ORIGINAL OIL PAINTING BY "THE DANISH GIRL"

Still life. Signed lower left "Einar Wegener 1926". Oil on canvas. 71 x 46 cm. Good original condition with small hairlines and superficial scratches, slight bulge to the canvas. Provenance: Directly from the artist and hence by descent in the family of the previous owner. Read More...
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233. [Literature & Art] Fantin-Latour, Henry. (1836-1904).
Autograph Letter

Autograph letter signed from the French painter and lithographer best-known for his flower paintings and group portraits, to a Monsieur Van Cutsem. [Paris], October 20, 1884. Translated from the French: "Dear sir, I regret I cannot give you any response on the subject of the Etude. I would be obliged if you would make your proposals directly to the proprietor; here is his address: Monsieur Budgett, Stoke Park, Guildford, England." 2 pp. of a bifolium, with original envelope. Folding creases and light wear; overall in fine condition. 4.25 x 7 inches (11 x 17.7 cm).
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234. [Literature & Art] Field, Eugene. (1850 - 1895).
Archive of Autograph Poems and Documents, including an unpublished manuscript fable

Fascinating archive of lesser-known poems, proofs, and other documents by the beloved American poet, humor writer and journalist, the "poet of childhood" best known for his light-hearted poems for children, among the most famous of which are "Wynken, Blynken, and Nod," "The Duel" and "Little Boy Blue."  The present archive consisting primarily of holograph manuscripts in his precise and minuscule hand, many with beautiful small illuminated initials and ink drawings.  Besides the unpublished fable Yuytot, many of the poems are on one of Field's favorite themes, bibliomania -- a malady of which he made no secret.  Field's passion for book collecting comes through in several poems about bibliophiles (and their long-suffering wives), his Latin and English epitaph for a fellow collector, and in two numbers of his long-running "Sharps and Flats" column in the Chicago Daily News.  Many of the documents date from shortly before Field's untimely death at age 45 in 1895. Read More...
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235. [Literature & Art] [German and Austrian Artists] May, Heinz. (1878–1954) & Heine, Thomas Theodor. (1867-1948) & Bode, Wilhelm von. (1845-1929) & Egger-Lienz, Albin. (1868-1926) & Angeli, Heinrich von. (1840-1925) & Lenbach, Franz von. (1836-1904).
Group of Autograph Letters

An interesting group of 5 short unstranslated autograph letters from German and Austrian artists of the late 19th century. The collection includes: 1 ALS from German painter Heinz May, with two pencil drawings on the verso (1 p.; Munich, October 22, n.y.); 1 ALS from German painter and illustrator Thomas Theodor Heine, regarding a returned letter (1 p.; Brünn, April 5, 1935); 1 ALS from German art historian and museum founder Wilhelm von Bode, regarding an invitation (2 pp.; Charlottenburg, September 8, 1909); 1 ALS from Austrian painter Albin Egger-Lienz (4 pp.; Weimar, December 30, 1912); 1 ALS from Austrian history and portrait painter Heinrich von Angeli (1 p.; May 23, 1872); and 1 ALS from German Realist painter Franz von Lenbach (2 pp.; September 19, 1897.) Most with some light toning and folding creases; overall in fine condition.
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236. [Literature & Art] Haring, Keith. (1958-1990).
Signed Postcard

Signed postcard from the American graffiti artist and social activist known for his instantly recognizable visual language of dancing figures and his work to bridge the gap between high and low art. On a postcard of his "Untitled (1981)," a bright pink face with three eyes, he has boldly signed and dated [19]86. Light edge wear and toning. 6 x 4.25 inches.
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237. [Literature & Art] Hockney, David. (b. 1937).
Pictures by David Hockney - SIGNED

New York: Harry N. Abrams. 1979. Signed book from the British painter, draughtsman, printmaker, designer and photographer recognized as one of the most influential British artists of the 20th century. He has signed boldly ("Hockney") on the half-title. 120 pp. Softcover; light shelf wear, but overall in fine condition. 8.5 x 10.5 inches (22 x 27 cm).
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238. [Literature & Art] Hockney, David. (b. 1937) [Webb, Peter.].
Portrait of David Hockney - SIGNED

New York: E. P. Dutton. 1989. First American Edition. Signed book from the British painter, draughtsman, printmaker, designer and photographer recognized as one of the most influential British artists of the 20th century. He has signed his biography boldly ("Hockney") on the title page. 289 pp. Hardcover, quarter cloth, with dust jacket; in very fine condition overall. 7.5 x 10 inches (19.3 x 25 cm).
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239. [Literature & Art] Hugo, Victor. (1802-1885).
Original Cabinet Photograph

Original cabinet photograph of the important French poet, novelist, and dramatist ca. 1884. Photographed by Chalot of Paris and apparently reprinted by Chalot's successor, G. Camus, after Hugo's death (Camus took over Chalot's studio in 1890). 4.25 x 6.5 inches.
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240. [Literature & Art] Ingres, Jean-Auguste-Dominique. (1780-1867).
Autograph Letter about "The Turkish Bath"

Autograph letter signed from the French Neoclassical painter regarding the sale of what is widely regarded as his most important painting, The Turkish Bath. Paris, August 10, 1860. Ingres arranges with his correspondent, who is acting as an agent for a foreigner, to view the painting through Ingres' friend Franz Adolf von Stürler. 2 pp. of a bifolium. Folding creases and light wear; overall in fine condition. 5.25 x 8 inches (13.6 x 20.1 cm). Read More...
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241. [Literature & Art] Karsh, Yousuf. (1908–2002).
Karsh: A Fifty-Year Retrospective - SIGNED

Boston: Little, Brown and Company. 1983. First Edition. Signed retrospective of the important Armenian-Canadian portrait photographer's work over fifty years. Karsh has signed and inscribed on the title page to Paul McMahon and dated 1985. 191 pp. Hardcover cloth binding in very fine condition; dust jacket with some light shelf wear, but overall fine. 10.75 x 11.5 inches (27.5 x 29.5 cm). Read More...
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242. [Literature & Art] Ketcham, Hank. (1920-2001) & Schulz, Charles M. (1922-2000).
Signed First Day Cover with Sketches of Dennis the Menace and Snoopy

Original signed ink sketch of Dennis the Menace tossing a ball at Snoopy, on an FDC honoring the American artist Benjamin West, postmarked February 10, 1975. Ketcham uses the postmark stamp as the ball which Dennis is throwing, and has signed in black ink, “Hank Ketcham.” Schulz has penned a Snoopy head and signs in black ballpoint with a heart and “Schulz.” In fine condition.
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