A second edition printing of 2,000 copies, originally published in 1989 on the occasion of Galerie Janssen's exhibition bringing together every known painting from George Quaintance's male physique period. An influence on Tom of Finland, American artist George Quaintance's drawings of the 1940s and 1950s helped pioneer gay aesthetics. His idealized depictions of the strong, muscular male physique helped establish the macho man as a defining image within homosexual visual culture.

Condition: Very Good, .5" small bump to right edge of front cover; light indentations along right edge and bottom.....
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Published on the occasion of the 2010 Picasso exhibition at the Gagosian Gallery, London, the exhibition highlighted works from Picasso’s most prolific creative period, when he spent increasing time in the French Riviera after World War II. The exhibit was curated by Picasso's grandson, Bernard Ruiz-Picasso ,and Picasso’s biographer, Sir John Richardson. This return to the South of France introduced notable influences on Picasso’s work, drawing on Mediterranean sources of inspiration and reflecting a newfound closeness with his family. These elements are evident in the expansion of his sculptural.....
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Calling itself "a baker's dozen of diminutive comics and zines from some of the best creators in the underground press brought to you by Slab-o-Concrete Publications," this set, which looks to have been published in 1994, includes 13 mini-zines. Contributors and zines include Simon Gane (Subvertman), Peter Poole (Little Miss Tin-Plate), Terry Wiley & Dave McKinnon (Characters!), John C.S. Quel (Hoax!), Ed Pinsent (Windy), Lawrence Burton (Runciter Corp.), Nigel Auchterlounie (Simon Cat), Lee Kennedy (Dream Bytes), Colin Brown (Meeks 'n' Freaks 'n' Geeks 'n' Creeps), and Richard Argent (Something's.....
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This volume is produced in conjunction with Ben Jones' first solo show in Athens, Greece. Jones is a member of the famed Providence, Rhode Island-based art group Paper Rad, which has lent its lo-fi, DIY aura to everything from Internet hijinks and zines to gallery installations, music and music videos. He is also the author, with Frank Santoro, of the popular Cold Heat series. As a solo enterprise, Jones also makes paintings that, through the liberal use of fluorescents and pastels, convey a pop cartoon cheeriness that is belied by.....
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Oversized illustrated showcase of McBess (aka Matthieu Bessudo), the French artist living and working in London. Known for his distinct monochromatic, surreal style that often features elongated creatures and themes of music and food, McBess's work is heavily influenced by mid-20th-century cartoonists. This release brings McBess’s detail-oriented work to a new scale — the large format presents the artwork at nearly the same size as the original drawings. A collection spanning three years of work, Big Mother No. 1 explores McBess’s unique voice and expansive body of work. No.....
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Scarce, oversized periodical edited by Italian set designer and anarchist organizer Toni Ferro. The publication functions as an artists' book with original signed artwork, writings, tipped-in prints and collage, and glassine overlays. The centerfold is a photo of the artists and writers. One of only 350 copies produced. Each issue centers around a theme or example (per esempio) and brings together international artists, each contributing their own dedicated page to explore the issue’s concept. Contributing artists include Vincenzo Bergamene, Enrico Bugli, Sarah Carr, Maurizio De Joanna, Toni Ferro.....
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No. 219 in an edition of 250 copies, this rare artist's book is a collection of the work of 21 Cuban artists. Contributors include Enrique Lanza, Ana Rosa Gutiérrez, Juan Carlos Menéndez, Francisco Miguel Arbelo Figueredo, Lazaro Miranda, Rene de la Torre Aguilar and others. With a brief bio/CV for each artist in the back of the publication. Printed in black ink on recycled kraft paper. The front cover has four tipped-on and overlaid printed title/artworks with hand stamps underneath. The back cover is collaged with three printed brown.....
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Der Orchideengarten—a supernatural horror magazine published in Germany from January 1919 to November 1921—is considered the first fantasy magazine. It featured a wide selection of both new and reprinted stories by German-language and international authors, ranging from suspense and terror to crime and eerily erotic tales. Focusing on the artwork and illustrations that accompanied these stories, this scarce book is the fifth in a series that provides comprehensive documentation of the magnificent and macabre art of Der Orchideengarten. This volume offers an in-depth exploration of the publication, showcasing high-resolution.....
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This artist's first major monograph brings together Johanson's complete works to date (through 2007), along with several new pieces previously unpublished. Ranging from cartoon-inspired scenes to bold, primary-colored geometric abstractions, Johanson's drawings and paintings depict a world where 'good vibes' coexist with a sinister, comic edge. Even amidst the apparent brightness, his art offers profound insights into the darker aspects of human experience. Signed by Johanson on the title page. Out of print.

Condition: Near Fine, with only the tiniest corner bump on the top left of the front cover.....
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A handmade book constructed from sewn, deckled cardstock featuring 20 original drawings and sketches in ink by Dutch/Portland artist Henk Pander. Pander, who emigrated to Portland, Oregon in 1965, is known for his dramatic drawings, watercolors, and oil paintings depicting the human condition including war, the skylines of Portland, Amsterdam, erotic fantasies and more. A prominent figure in the Northwest art scene from the 1960s until his death in 2023, Pander’s dynamic career saw him experiment and excel in various forms such as poster making, portraiture.....
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The first major publication of Zurich artists Huber.Huber (Markus and Reto Huber). A selection of collages and ink drawings from the large group of works titled Mikrouniversum (2005-2011) is presented in a relatively chronological order as a “guiding series” through the collected works. Other pieces are interjected which adopt aspects of the “guiding series” and transform into increasingly complex collages and idyllic scenes in which the abysmal depths are always lurking nearby.

Condition: Fine.
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