A scarce David Shrigley catalog for a 2011 Berlin Exhibit at the BQ Gallery. No additional text, just mostly black and white images of torn-up Shrigley drawings. A handful of pages in color. Uncommon.
Condition: Very Good, bump at top of spine minimally visible on interior pages.
Item #2213
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.....
Item #2166
Scarce first edition artists' book, number 77 from an edition of 100 copies, inscribed with a personal note and original ink drawing on the front flyleaf.
Likening cartoons to erotica through their shared explorations of fantasy and desire, Aaron Elvis Jupin juxtaposes the two, layering innuendo with innocence to challenge conservative and traditional notions of propriety. Images of Bambi appear alongside erotic magazine covers altered with drawn clothing and obscuring imagery, merging the playful with the provocative in a series of whimsical compositions. Out of print.
Condition: Very Good+.....
Item #2119
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.....
Item #2108
Anonymous French botanical student notebook with many sophisticated ink drawings, rough pencil sketches and the occasional colored pencil drawing throughout, including two lichen specimens pasted in. The studies begin with La Fleur de giroflée (the wallflower) and go on to describe in depth different parts of the plant. Next are lichens, followed by mosses and vascular plants, conifers and flowering plants. With botanical notes legibly accompanying the illustrations. A wonderfully drawn vintage journal of plant anatomy. Text in French.
Condition: Very Good-, with light toning to cover; light edgewear; light.....
Item #2096
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.....
Item #2093
Printed in an edition of only 2,000 copies, this small monograph presents a collection of work by American graffiti artist Neck Face, known for his humorous and naïve style. Published by KAWS, the American designer celebrated for bridging fine art and pop culture, Neck Face’s work similarly straddles the worlds of fine art and the street, appearing both in galleries and public spaces.
Bringing together photographs of works from streets around the world, captured both in progress and in their final form, as well as full-color reproductions of drawings.....
Item #1979
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.....
Item #2000
A comprehensive collection of 777 black-and-white pencil, charcoal, and ink drawings by Japanese painter Tomoo Gokita. Created between 2006 and 2015, each page features a single work, allowing for focused engagement with Gokita’s unique visual language. This monograph documents nearly a decade of the artist’s diverse drawing practice, showcasing his engagement with a wide range of elements from various styles, including surrealism, abstraction, cubism, and others. Text in Japanese. Out of print.
Condition: Very Good- book in a Good+ sleeve case, book with small corner bumps to all edges, affecting.....
Item #1968
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.....
Item #1926
Scarce, oversized periodical edited by Italian set designer and anarchist organizer Toni Ferro. The publication functions as an artists' book with original artwork, writings, tipped-in prints and collage, die-cuts, and glassine overlays. 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. This issue (the first) is titled "For Example, the Dream" (Per esempio, il sogno). Contributing artists include Vincenzo Bergamene, Maurizio De Joanna, Toni Ferro, Bruno Fiorentino.....
Item #1915
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, Bruno Fiorentino.....
Item #1916
No. 116 in an edition of 250 copies, this rare artist's book is a collection of the work of 20 Cuban artists. Contributors include Raul Cordero, Leslie D'Sardiñas, Adolfo Manuel del Toro Hernández, Alejandro Cordovés Rodriguez, Nilo Julian Gonzalez Preval, Eugenio D'Melon and others.
With a brief bio/CV for each artist in the back of the publication. Printed in black ink on kraft recycled paper. Hand-numbered and signed on last page, presumably by one of the artists included.
Published by Bank of Ideas Z, a nonprofit cultural initiative.....
Item #1879
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.....
Item #1878
No. 164 in an edition of 250 copies, this rare artist's book is signed by Cuban illustrator, printmaker, and painter Edson Fernández Sánchez. Featuring 20 numbered black line illustrations on the recto of each page, Fernández Sánchez’s work tells imaginative, wordless stories through expressive visuals.
Printed on recycled kraft paper. Published by Bank of Ideas Z, a nonprofit cultural initiative focused on producing diverse publications that promote the work and voices of Cuban artists, writers, and creatives. Text in Spanish.
Condition: Near Fine, with light edgewear along top edge.....
Item #1862
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.....
Item #1855
Printed on the occasion of Johanson’s "Contemporary Living Installation" of the same name at Deitch Projects, this book showcases Johanson’s meditation on the natural world of plants and animals, with a focus on conservation. The entire exhibition was constructed using recycled and found wood, emphasizing both the degradation of the planet and the inherent beauty of the world. Through his art, Johanson reminds us that while we are here now, the things we affect endure, highlighting our ongoing responsibility to the Earth.
With an innovative format, having three.....
Item #1809
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.....
Item #1808
Accompanying an exhibition at Mitchell-Inness & Nash of the same name, this fully illustrated catalog is dedicated exclusively to Johanson’s recent explorations on recycled canvas. Reflecting on life and the material footprint humans leave behind, these measured and thoughtful paintings highlight the potential healing effects of art-making in the wake of the pandemic. Signed by Johanson on the title page.
Condition: Near Fine, with only the slightest corner bumps on the top right and bottom right corners of the front cover. / 3 copies. If condition varies update condition after.....
Item #1807
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.....
Item #1786
Gordon Barbery's rare compilation of trip/psychedelic drawings by 18 contributors, in very fine condition.
Condition: Near Fine, toning around cover edges and to spine; price of "4.00" written in pen on first page; now in a custom-made mylar dust jacket.
Item #1585
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.
Item #274
