Search Results: Titles starting with R from Lowry-James Rare Prints & Books

Liverno:: Marco Coltellini,, 1763.. First Edition. Fine. A Fine original copperplate engraving. Folio (9.75 x 12.5 inches), matted in rag board. A detailed scene of coastal village cotton harvest and production, with legend in panel above. Engraved by G.M.Terreni. From the enlarged Italian edition of Il Gazzettiere Americano; an encyclopedia of the Americas; with an eye towards appealing to contemporary commerce and trade which included 57 engraved plates of America's native mammals and birds, as well as scenes of building and manufacture, commerce (of indigo, tobacco, sugar), birds eye views of towns and city plans of the Americas and Colonies. These engravings were not present in the smaller format edition published by J. Millar; London 1762. (Howes A 207, Sabin 1090, 26814) single sheet matted in rag board.

London:: A. and C. Black, Ltd.,, 1945.. Revised Edition. Fine. A Fine Original Chromolithograph printed on coated stock. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Originally published in 1888, this plate and accompanying text by author AJ Hipkins, FSA, noted expert on the Pianoforte, remains the definitive work on traditional instruments. Insightful historic text documentation on this actual instrument accompanies the plate.

Waltham Saint Lawrence:: The Golden Cockerel Press,, 1927.. First Edition. Near Fine. Near Fine. Limited printing # 74 of 375 copies. Corners lightly tipped, otherwise fine. Octavo ( 7.5 x 4.75 inches). Quarter cloth over brown batik paper covered boards. 115pp, with two copperplate engravings by JE Laboureur. Printed by Robert Gibbings at the Golden Cockerel Press, completed on the 2nd of May, 1927. Printed in 11 pt. Caslon O.F. type on Kelmscott handmade paper. A lovely copy, the text is taken from the first edition of the sensuous love poems by Cavalier Poet Thomas Carew (English 1595-1640). Chanticleer 47. Kirkus 122. 1/4 cloth

Britain:: Original watercolor on paper,, 1882-1890.. Fine. A fine original watercolor on clay-coated stock. Fine condition. Image size: 17 x 19 cm. Sheet size: 24 x 29.6 cm. A charming portrait of a fair-haired child (gender uncertain) nestled against a tree reading a letter. With dedication leaf 'Edith Cast Faber from her Mother (a loving memento) painted by Mrs. J.A. Faber about 1882-1890'. Matted in Rag Board

New York:: Forest, Fish and Game Commision,, 1902.. First printing. Fine condition. . A Fine original chromolithograph printed on heavy clay-coated stock. (9 x 12.5 inches). A fine late nineteenth century American chromolithograph produced from the original watercolors by Sherman Foote Denton (1856-1937) Angler, Scientist and Painter who pioneered the technique for preserving the freshly landed fish by which it retained its vivid coloration and iridescence in preparation for studio rendering. As documented in the Annual Reports of the State of NY Fisheries, Game and Forest Commissions c. 1898-1909: "No colored figures of fishes in existence exceed [Denton's Fish] for truthfulness or beauty of execution." 

London:: Collins,, 1950.. First edition. Near Fine. Near Fine Condition in a Fine bright unclipped DJ. 1/4 inch bump to front lower corner. Tiny owner's stamp on front paste down. Octavo (5.5 x 8 inches). Green buckram with gilt lettered spine. Pp. xii, 80, illustrated with one colour photo, 19 b/w photographs, 20 maps & 2 text figures. Distinguished by their enticing dust jackets colorfully illustrated by Clifford and Rosemary Ellis, The New Naturalist series encouraged the study of natural history for the general reader in a most appealing format. In the spirit and tradition of the early naturalists, The New Naturalist explores and beautifully documents the natural world in an effort to promote conservation of the native landscape and wildlife of the British Isles. Cloth

London:: A. and C. Black, Ltd.,, 1945.. Revised Edition. Fine. A Fine Original Chromolithograph printed on coated stock. Quarto (9 x 12 inches). Matted in neutral color rag mat to 12 X 16 inches. Originally published in 1888, this plate and accompanying text by author AJ Hipkins, FSA, noted expert on the Pianoforte, remains the definitive work on traditional instruments. Insightful historic text documentation on this actual instrument accompanies the plate. Matted in Rag Board

Edinburgh:: WH Lizars,, 1835.. First edition. Fine with original hand-coloring. A fine original hand-colored steel engraving with bright original hand-coloring. (6.75 x 4.25 inches, 10.8 x 17.15 cm). This engraving is classified as one of the finest natural history miniatures produced during the mid-nineteenth century. A refined and intelligent work, The Naturalist's Library was created for everyone with an interest in the natural world. Sir William Jardine (1800-1847), noted Scottish Ichthyologist and Ornithologist, combined the talents of his colleagues; Edward Lear, Prideaux John Selby, William Swainson to contribute to The Naturalist's Library. The intention of the series was to create a fine yet affordable work, describing and illustrating all elements of the natural world save botany. In addition, several plates were engraved after noted artists: John James Audubon, John Gould and Maria Sibylla Merian. The success of the publication was apparent by the production of forty… Read More

London:: Wm S. Orr & Co.,, 1837.. First edition. Fine. Botanical native of China. A fine original hand-colored copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith after painting by S. Holden. Fine Condition. Folio (9 x 12.25 inches). Archivally matted in Ivory Rag Mat with gilt French line decoration, sized to 16 x 20 inches and suitable for framing. Includes horticultural text. The fine hand-colored engravings and lithographs from Paxton's Magazine of Botany and Register of Flowering Plants claim their honored place as highlights of Victorian botanical illustration. As the nineteenth century ushered in a profound era of plant hunting and gathering worldwide, newly discovered botanical specimens were brought to Europe for cultivation. Sir Joseph Paxton (1801- 1865) endeavored to include these fine discoveries as part of his floricultural monthly; The Magazine of Botany and Register of Flowering Plants, which also featured the favored British cultivars. Sir Joseph Paxton was superintendent of the… Read More

London, Paris & New York:: Cassell, Petter & Galpin,, 1873.. First edition. Fine. A Fine original Chromolithograph. Drawn by J. W. Ludlow and printed by Vincent Brooks, Day & Son, Lithographer. During the Mid-Victorian period, the nature of a country gentleman's wealth was determined by the breadth of his flock, which at times referred to his prized poultry stock. This fine original chromolithograph is an actual portrait of a prizewinning cultivated breed. In the tradition of classic 19th century animal portraiture, the bird is here represented in minute detail accentuating the meritous elements of the particular breed. The plate not only names the bird, but credits its owner and documents at which prestigious agricultural fair the Prized Cup or First Place Ribbon was awarded. These faithful portraits of celebrated birds, set in elegant pastoral landscapes or tidy barnyards settings evoke both timeless sophistication and country elegance. Traditional poultry prints have been… Read More

London:: Wm S. Orr & Co.,, 1838.. First edition. Fine. Botanical native of the Swan River Colony. A fine original hand-colored engraving by F.W. Smith. Fine Condition. Octavo (6.25 x 9 in./ 15.87 x 22.86 cm). Archivally matted in Ivory Rag Mat with gilt French line decoration, sized to12 x 16 in./30.48 x 40.64 cm). Includes horticultural text. The fine hand-colored engravings and lithographs from Paxton's Magazine of Botany and Register of Flowering Plants claim their honored place as highlights of Victorian botanical illustration. As the nineteenth century ushered in a profound era of plant hunting and gathering worldwide, newly discovered botanical specimens were brought to Europe for cultivation. Sir Joseph Paxton (1801- 1865) endeavored to include these fine discoveries as part of his floricultural monthly; The Magazine of Botany and Register of Flowering Plants, which also featured the favored British cultivars. Joseph Paxton was, at one time, superintendent of the gardens at… Read More

London:: Wm S. Orr & Co.,, 1836.. First edition. Fine. Botanical native of the Himalayas, introduced to Britain by Dr. Wallich c.1830. A Fine original hand-colored copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith, after painting by Brooke. Fine Condition. Folio (12.5 x 9 inches). Archivally matted in Ivory Rag Mat with gilt French line decoration, sized to 16 x 20 inches. Includes horticultural text. The fine hand-colored engravings and lithographs from Paxton's Magazine of Botany and Register of Flowering Plants claim their honored place as highlights of Victorian botanical illustration. As the nineteenth century ushered in a profound era of plant hunting and gathering worldwide, newly discovered botanical specimens were brought to Europe for cultivation. Sir Joseph Paxton (1801- 1865) endeavored to include these fine discoveries as part of his floricultural monthly; The Magazine of Botany and Register of Flowering Plants, which also featured the favored British cultivars. Joseph Paxton… Read More

London:: Wm S. Orr & Co.,, 1836.. First edition. Fine. Botanical native of Nepal, introduced to Britain by Dr. Wallich c.1830. A Fine original hand-colored copperplate engraving by Frederick W. Smith. Fine Condition. Folio (12.5 x 9 inches). Archivally matted in Ivory Rag Mat with gilt French line decoration, sized to 16 x 20 inches and suitable for framing. Includes horticultural text. The fine hand-colored engravings and lithographs from Paxton's Magazine of Botany and Register of Flowering Plants claim their honored place as highlights of Victorian botanical illustration. As the nineteenth century ushered in a profound era of plant hunting and gathering worldwide, newly discovered botanical specimens were brought to Europe for cultivation. Sir Joseph Paxton (1801- 1865) endeavored to include these fine discoveries as part of his floricultural monthly; The Magazine of Botany and Register of Flowering Plants, which also featured the favored British cultivars. Joseph Paxton was, at one… Read More

Seattle:: Sprague O. Smith,, 1951.. First printing. A Fine Signed copy in a slightly soiled NF DJ. Octavo (5.5 x 8.5 inches). Red boards with balck lettering. Inscribed and signed by author on ffl. Pp. 84, illustrated with b/w photographs of Seattle and environs, including Alki, Deception Pass. From the intro by Ed Adams, Head, Div. of Radio & TV, U. of WA,: 'The poems of Sprague Smith are not abstruse and mythical poems on cosmic themes. He writes of cornfields under a Nebraska moon, of the pleasures of living in the Puget Sound, of experiences and reflections common to most of us. Often he makes us chuckle.."

Ghent:: Louis Van Houtte,, 1845-1888.. First edition. Fine with original hand-coloring. A Fine original color lithograph (Octavo 6.5 x 9.75 inches) matted in Ivory Rag board to 12 x 16 inches and suitable for framing. Rich and luminous, this plate is printed from stone in multiple colors and then finished by hand at the printing studios amidst the van Houtte gardens; Horto Van Houtteano.To honor the burgeoning interest in horticulture throughout Europe during the nineteenth century several botanical periodicals were created to document and illustrate the beauty of new botanical discoveries worldwide. Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe, Ghent; Louis van Houtte,1845-1888 was among the finest horticultural journals produced at the time. As experienced botanical engravers, botanists and nurserymen in their own right the editors Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire combined their talents to produce this glorious publication which documented both the newly discovered exotics and… Read More

Ghent:: Louis Van Houtte,, 1845-1888.. First edition. Fine with original hand-coloring. A Fine original color lithograph (Octavo: 6.5 x 9.75 inches) matted in Ivory Rag board sized to 12 x 16 inches and suitable for framing. Rich and luminous, this plate is printed from stone in multiple colors and then finished by hand at the printing studios amidst the van Houtte gardens; Horto Van Houtteano.To honor the burgeoning interest in horticulture throughout Europe during the nineteenth century several botanical periodicals were created to document and illustrate the beauty of new botanical discoveries worldwide. Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe, Ghent; Louis van Houtte,1845-1888 was among the finest horticultural journals produced at the time. As experienced botanical engravers, botanists and nurserymen in their own right the editors Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire combined their talents to produce this glorious publication which documented both the newly discovered exotics… Read More

Albuquerque:: University of New Mexico Press,, 1957.. Stated First Edition. Near Fine in Very Good. Near Fine in a Very Good torn dust jacket. Large Octavo (7.25 x 10.5 inches). Black decorated cloth. xii,362 pp., illustrated map endpapers, photographs, drawings and maps by the author. With appendices and bibliography. Based on Frank McNitt's notes gleaned from court records and Indian Service files in the National Archives, a fine account of pioneer explorer Quaker Richard Wetherill and his discoveries of the Anasazi; the ancient man and cliff dwellers of the American southwest who preceeded the Navajos. The map illustrated on the endpapers show the trails around the Four Corners Wetherill followed from 1897-1910. Cloth

Ghent:: Louis Van Houtte,, 1845-1888.. First edition. Fine with original hand-coloring. A Fine original color lithograph (Octavo 6.5 x 9.75 inches) matted in Ivory Rag board to 12 x 16 inches and suitable for framing. Rich and luminous, this plate is printed from stone in multiple colors and then finished by hand at the printing studios amidst the van Houtte gardens; Horto Van Houtteano.To honor the burgeoning interest in horticulture throughout Europe during the nineteenth century several botanical periodicals were created to document and illustrate the beauty of new botanical discoveries worldwide. Flore des Serres et des Jardins de l'Europe, Ghent; Louis van Houtte,1845-1888 was among the finest horticultural journals produced at the time. As experienced botanical engravers, botanists and nurserymen in their own right the editors Louis van Houtte and Charles Lemaire combined their talents to produce this glorious publication which documented both the newly discovered exotics and… Read More

New York:: Forest, Fish and Game Commision,, c. 1902.. First printing. Fine condition. . A fine original chromolithograph printed on heavy coated stock. Quarto (9 x 12.5 Inches). Published as part of the unbound portfolio of prints. This is one of the finest of the early 20th century American chromolithographs: a color-printed lithograph in which a separate stone was used for the application of each color which meticulous registration to recreate the subtle tones of blended color . This fine chromolithograph was produced from the original watercolors by John Livzey Ridgway (1859-1947), a prominent American scientific illustrator and draftsman for the USGS Reports from 1884- to 1920. Archivally double matted in rag board, sized to 16 x 14 inches, suitable for framing.

British Isles:, c. 1810.. Fine condition. A charming and rare original early 19th watercolor painting of the Ripheus, or the Oriental Emperor Butterfly. Gouache on China paper, mounted onto Cornish & Bond * Extra London Board with pencil notation. (4.75 x 5.5 inches,120 x 139 mm). The painting has been tipped onto ecru board of the period, yet the colors remain vibrant and rich. Although the artist of this brilliant study remains unknown, his or her technique and refined skill at handling this challenging medium is evident. An exacting eye and subtle use of color were the hallmarks of a trained student. During the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, the art of natural history painting was an essential and favored skill for all well-bred gentlewomen. Clearly painted by an impassioned and experienced "armchair naturalist", who sought inspitation from the pletheral of bound volumes documenting the natural world of the day. Here the inspiration for this lovely composition was… Read More