Search Results: Authors starting with A from Lowry-James Rare Prints & Books

Richmond, VA:: A. Hoen,, ND [1870].. First printing. Fine. Fine original color printed lithograph (Chromolithograph) by A. Hoen & Company in Richmond c. 1870. (17.5 x 34 cm). A fine display of American Patriotism: Golden Eagle with full wing span perched atop a shield draped with an American flag, garnished with a Laurel wreath and spray.  The Baltimore firm of A. Hoen & Company excelled in color printing due to the revolutionary methods of color blending developed, and then patented by German-born printer August Hoen. A. Hoen & Co. moved to Richmond in the 1860s, and continued under the direction of his brother Ernest and printed American advertising prints and labels for a variety of sources. Known for their bold, graphic designs printed in fine gradations of color created by blending as many as seven colors on the lithographic stone, the prints created by the Hoen & Company are hallmark in mid nineteenth century color printing in America. single sheet

Richmond, VA:: A. Hoen,, ND [1890].. First printing. Fine. Fine original color printed lithograph (Chromolithograph)- unmarked but presumed by A. Hoen & Company in Richmond c. 1890. (26.5 x 26.5 cm) Standing Black-faced Southdown Ram in pastoral setting. Trio of Southdown Ewes in background. Imaged surrounded by red and black French lines. Maclin-Zimmer-McGill Tobacco Co. Incorporated. Petersburg, VA U.S.A.  The Baltimore firm of A. Hoen & Company excelled in color printing due to the revolutionary methods of color blending developed, and then patented by German-born printer August Hoen. A. Hoen & Co. moved to Richmond in the 1860s, and continued under the direction of his brother Ernest and printed American advertising prints and labels for a variety of sources. Known for their bold, graphic designs printed in fine gradations of color created by blending as many as seven colors on the lithographic stone, the prints created by the Hoen & Company are hallmark in mid… Read More

Richmond, VA:: A. Hoen,, ND [1890].. First printing. Fine. Fine original color printed lithograph (Chromolithograph) by A. Hoen & Company in Richmond c. 1890. (17.3 x 27.5 cm). Garment draped, bow and arrow wielding huntress Diana amidst cornstalks: youth follows. Entered according to act of congress in the year 1874 by the Hatch Lith. Co in the office of the Librarian of Congress at Washington D.C. The Baltimore firm of A. Hoen & Company excelled in color printing due to the revolutionary methods of color blending developed, and then patented by German-born printer August Hoen. A. Hoen & Co. moved to Richmond in the 1860s, and continued under the direction of his brother Ernest and printed American advertising prints and labels for a variety of sources. Known for their bold, graphic designs printed in fine gradations of color created by blending as many as seven colors on the lithographic stone, the prints created by the Hoen & Company are hallmark in mid… Read More

Richmond, VA:: A. Hoen,, ND [1890].. First printing. Fine. Fine original color printed lithograph (Chromolithograph) by A. Hoen & Company in Richmond c. 1890. (17.3 x 27.5 cm). Seated guitar-playing woman in traditional Spanish Pollera (lacy dress). Beagle rests below her wicker chair. Fleur-de- lis set in ornamental corners. Decorative lettering below.  The Baltimore firm of A. Hoen & Company excelled in color printing due to the revolutionary methods of color blending developed, and then patented by German-born printer August Hoen. A. Hoen & Co. moved to Richmond in the 1860s, and continued under the direction of his brother Ernest and printed American advertising prints and labels for a variety of sources. Known for their bold, graphic designs printed in fine gradations of color created by blending as many as seven colors on the lithographic stone, the prints created by the Hoen & Company are hallmark in mid nineteenth century color printing in America. single sheet

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist. Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

London:: Dean and Son,, 1866.. First edition. Fine. A fine and rare original hand-colored lithograph. Octavo (8.5 x 7 inches). Finely matted in double ivory rag matting with gilt French line decoration. In the classic tradition of an illuminated manuscript, this charming print was executed by an unidentified gentlewoman; an artist and naturalist simply known as "A Lady" whom by the unfortunate plight of a physical malformation became an outcast to Victorian high society. Seeking solace she traveled to the far reaches of Ceylon and Corfu, where she developed her inherent gifts here represented with her insightful depiction of the native flora and fauna of the Far East. Brightly colored butterflies, insects or birds intermingle with rich blossoms or native grasses, or perch on finely detailed branches of fruit and berries, all surrounding the fine poetic expression of this keen nineteenth century naturalist.  Matted in Rag Board

New York:: Simon & Schuster,, 1975.. First printing. Near Fine. Fine in a Fine DJ. Octavo (5.5 x 9.5 Inches). Olive boards with gilt lettering to spine, decorated endpapers. Fully illustrated in color & b/w [1-9] 108 pp. Fully illustrated in color & b/w . Charming nature observations for the casual walker from Richard Adams, author of Watership Down and Shardik. Boards

New York:: Farrar, Straus And Giroux,, 1991-01.. First Printing of the First Edition. Fine. Fine in Fine DJ. Octavo. Black cloth with gilt lettered spine. Pp. 98. Introduction by Joseph Brodsky. 60+ poems from his debut collection in 1962 to1987 translated by Paul Graves and Carol Ueland. Cloth

New York:: Crown Publishers,, 1952.. First edition. Fine in Fine DJ. A Fine Association Copy with heartfelt inscription by Vi[vian] Alford to 'Cam' on ffl. dated December 1965. Fine dust jacket. Slender 12 mo. Tan cloth with Teal lettering to front board and spine. 40 pp with 4 plates in four color plates and map. Bibliography. Includes music with notation by Violet Alford. Number 21 in The National Dances of Europe series. Published under the auspices of the Royal Acedemy of Dancing and the Ling Physical Education Association. Violet Alford (Somerset 1881-1972) was an international authority on all forms of folk dancing and its related music and folk customs. (Oxford Dictionary of English Folklore). cloth