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My First Cat; Writers and Artists Remember

By: Lovric, Michelle (compiled by)

Price: $12.88

Publisher: Chicago, IL, Chicago Review Press: 2007

Seller ID: 004279

ISBN: 1556527292

Condition: New in New dust jacket

This is a delightfully fresh look at a favorite subject: Writers and artists, both modern and historical, famous and unknown, describe, with love and wonder, their first experience of owning a cat. They always seem to work themselves deep into the heart of their owners, whether or not cat lovers. Contributers include Emily Bronte, Alexander Dumas, Terry Pratchett, Saki, Louisa May Alcott, and many more. Beautiful illustrations including end papers. The book cover is pictorial; the jacket has a bit of shelf wear at the top, especially at the spine. ; 12mo over 6 3/4" - 7 3/4"; 65 pages
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Vasily Kandinsky

By: Messer, Thomas M.

Price: $12.88

Publisher: New York, Abrams: 2009

Seller ID: 004527

ISBN: 1435117492

Condition: Near Fine

Kandinsky (1866 - 1944) was one of the principal founders of abstract painting. Forty of his major works are reproduced in this book as full-page colorplates. Each is accompanied by text from the author, Dierector Emeritus of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Foudation, which possesses one of the most comprehensive collections of Kandinsky's art in existence. Selections from each decade of his long and varied career are included. This volume shows some wear at the corners, and has some scratches on the back. Included in the first part are photographs taken by Kandinsky and writings of his life and wor...
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The Lives, Loves, and Art of Arthur B. Davies

By: Perlman, Bennard

Price: $16.56

Publisher: New York, State University Of New York: 1999

Seller ID: 004316

ISBN: 0791438368

Condition: New

This is the first full-length biography of the American artist Arthur B. Davies, who played a major role in 20th century American art's coming-of-age. Drawing on extensive archival research, including previously unavailable letters and diaries, this book covers the breadth and depth of the artist's life and career. Included are 101 black & white illustrations of Davie's work, ranging from romantic visions to fragmented cubist forms, and photography depicting his family and friends. Fourteen color illustrations are also included. Many of these paintings have never been available and are shown h...
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Masters of Deception: Escher, Dali & the Artists of Optical Illusion

By: Seckel, Al

Price: $15.64

Publisher: New York, Sterling: 2004

Seller ID: 004256

ISBN: No

Condition: New

Optical illusions are beautiful works of art that ingeniously mislead our visual and perceptual senses. Now the great illusions by Escher, Dali, Gonsalves, Muniz, Archimboldo and other top artists of the genre can all be found in this beautiful volume for the first time. Most illustrations are in full color, glossy. Included is some information about each artist and the selection (s) included. This is one of those books that you can browse for hours. It has stiff flaps and a heavy cover. Includes an index. ; 4to - over 9 3/4" to 12" tall; 320 pages
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Through the Garden Gate

By: Wells, Jean

Price: $10.12

Publisher: Lafayette, CA, C & T Publishing: 1999

Seller ID: 004311

ISBN: 1571200657

Condition: New

This book provides connections between quilters and their gardens. Themes and inspiration for gardening is here, while quilters will enjoy the color and design ideas found in the projects. Eleven are included, each inspired by a quilter's garden including city and country designs. A cottage garden in the mountains is as beautiful as a garden in a city. Photos are in color and the flowers are up close; patterns at the back are included for each quilt, which can be copied and used. This book has slight shelf wear. ; 4to - over 9 3/4" to 12" tall; 144 pages
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Category: Art & Design

My First Cat; Writers and Artists Remember

Vasily Kandinsky

The Lives, Loves, and Art of Arthur B. Davies

Masters of Deception: Escher, Dali & the Artists of Optical Illusion

Through the Garden Gate