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A catalogue of an exhibition held in 1963 in Amsterdam. painter Pierre Alechinshy was the artist at the time. collectors item.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Harry Potter: A History Of Magic is the official book of the exhibition, a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration between Bloomsbury, J.K. Rowling and the brilliant curators of the British Library. It promises to take readers on a fascinating journey through the subjects studied at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry - from Alchemy and Potions classes through to Herbology and Care of Magical Creatures. Each chapter showcases a treasure trove of artefacts from the British Library and other collections around the world, beside exclusive manuscripts, sketches and illustrations from the Harry Potter archive. There's also a specially commissioned essay for each subject area by an expert, writer or cultural commentator, inspired by the contents of the exhibition - absorbing, insightful and unexpected contributions from Steve Backshall, the Reverend Richard Coles, Owen Davies, Julia Eccleshare, Roger Highfield, Steve Kloves, Lucy Mangan, Anna Pavord and Tim Peake, who offer a personal perspective on their magical theme. Readers will be able to pore over ancient spell books, amazing illuminated scrolls that reveal the secret of the Elixir of Life, vials of dragon's blood, mandrake roots, painted centaurs and a genuine witch's broomstick, in a book that shows J.K. Rowling's magical inventions alongside their cultural and historical forebears. This is the ultimate gift for Harry Potter fans, curious minds, big imaginations, bibliophiles and readers around the world who missed out on the chance to see the exhibition in person. Features Summary The Book of the Exhibition. Beautiful design, magical Jim Kay illustrations and unseen treasures from J K Rowling's own archive combine in this unique souvenir of the British Library's much-anticipated exhibition... Author British Library Publisher Bloomsbury Children's Books Release date 20171001 Pages 256 ISBN 1-4088-9076-3 ISBN 13 978-1-4088-9076-9

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 11 working days "The Solar System" takes the reader on a journey from the Moon, to Mars, to the outer planets and finally beyond, using stunning AR images based on the American Natural History Museum's Beyond Planet Earth Exhibition. Readers will learn about the history of Moon exploration, the possibilities of asteroid mining, the problems that will face future colonies on Mars and dozens of other exciting challenges that face the space scientists of today and tomorrow. Features Summary Takes the reader on a journey from the Moon, to Mars, to the outer planets and finally beyond, using AR images based on the American Natural History Museum's Beyond Planet Earth Exhibition... Publisher Carlton Books Ltd Release date 20130501 Pages 32 ISBN 1-78097-303-9 ISBN 13 978-1-78097-303-6

  340 pages of incredible imagery documenting Don Juan in art and literature through history. An fascinating and thoroughly absorbing book. French throughout. 1st Edition 1991, Bibliotheque Nationale, paperback in fairly good condition. Large coffee table book. Due to the weight of this item, postage may be more than reflected upon check out.

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Hardback. English. Publisher: Fourth Wall Publishers. 2011. New. Figuring Faith: Images of Belief in Africa arose from an exhibition of the same name at the Standard Bank Gallery in 2006, curated by Fiona Rankin-Smith. The book documents and extends the exhibition, bringing together the debates and discussions on faith and art that the exhibition gave rise to, and shedding light on the ways in which art interprets, exemplifies and challenges belief and ritual.

SOUTH AFRICA IN PRINT CATALOGUE OF AN EXHIBITION  OF BOOKS ETC 1952 PUBLISHER COMMITTEE BOOK EXHIBITION 1952 BOOK CONDITION HARDCOVER 187 PP IMPRINT TO FIRST AND LAST PAGE PRESUMABLY FROM D/J OTHERWISE THE BOOK IS CLEAN AND IN GOOD CONDITION  NO DUST JACKET FORMAT

Racconti dabitare. Questo fascicolo fa parte del catalogo della mostra 999. Una collezione di domande sullabitare contemporaneo a cura di Stefano Mirti (Triennale di Milano 12 gennaio - 2 aprile 2018). Il catalogo della mostra infatti composto da una collezione, in continuo aumento, di libretti pubblicati attraverso il meccanismo di self-publishing di. Ogni libretto, scritto e illustrato da un autore diverso, racconta la storia di una casa e dei suoi abitanti. Digitando racconti dabitare nella barra di ricerca di possibile trovare tutti i libretti pubblicati finora. Il progetto grafico a cura di Quattrolinee / Print Club Torino, mentre la curatela del catalogo di Mariagiovanna di Iorio. //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Racconti dabitare. This book is part of the catalog of 999. A collection of questions about contemporary living, exhibition at Triennale di Milano curated by Stefano Mirti (12 Jan - 2 Apr 2018). The catalog of this exhibition is in fact made of an ever growing collection of booklets published through self-publishing platform. Each book, written and illustrated by a different author, tells the story of a house and its inhabitants. Typing racconti dabitare in s search bar you will find all booklets published until now. Graphic design of the catalog is by Quattrolinee / Print Club Torino, curated by Mariagiovanna Di Iorio. by Kristina Neral (Author) Product Dimensions: 5 x 0.1 x 8 inches Series: Racconti d'Abitare (Book 10) Paperback: 28 pages Publisher: Independently published (January 31, 2018) Language: English ISBN-10: 1977044697 ISBN-13: 978-1977044693 Product Dimensions: 5 x 0.1 x 8 inches Shipping Weight: 2.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)

    NO OVERSEAS SHIPPING PLEASE NOTE: FOR THIS ORDER: IF YOU INTEND   TO MAKE A  CASH DEPOSIT PAYMENT.   PLEASE REMEMBER TO ADD R16.50 TO YOUR TOTAL FOR  BANK CHARGES! THANKS. SA POST OFFICE TRACK AND TRACE:  For this book R50. Combined shipping for more items, up to 1 Kg, R55 Please have a look at my other listings– click on All items  in the top right corner of this page. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&   GEORGE MILWA MNYALUZA PEMBA RETROSPECTIVE EXHIBITION 27.4.1996 - 28.7.1996 S.A. NATIONAL GALLERY Catalogue edited by Hayden Proud and Barry Feinberg Second edition, 27 x 21 cm, Softcover 108pp.   Ilustrated in colour and mono. Book condition almost new.        

    NO OVERSEAS SHIPPING PLEASE NOTE: FOR THIS ORDER: IF YOU INTEND   PAYING BY  CASH DEPOSIT PAYMENT PLEASE REMEMBER TO ADD R16.50 TO YOUR TOTAL FOR  BANK CHARGES! THANKS. SA POST OFFICE TRACK AND TRACE:  For this book R50. Combined shipping for more items, up to 1 Kg, R55 Please have a look at my other listings– click on All items  in the top right corner of this page. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&   GEORGE MILWA MNYALUZA PEMBA RETROSPECTIVE EXHIBITION 27.4.1996 - 28.7.1996 S.A. NATIONAL GALLERY Catalogue edited by Hayden Proud and Barry Feinberg Second edition, 27 x 21 cm, Softcover 108pp.   Ilustrated in colour and mono. Book condition almost new.        

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days The second book in the heartwarming and charming Baby Ganesh series. For centuries the Koh-i-Noor diamond has set man against man and king against king. Now part of the British Crown Jewels, the priceless gem is a prize that many have killed to possess. So when the Crown Jewels go on display in Mumbai, security is everyone's principal concern. And yet, on the very day Inspector Chopra visits the exhibition, the diamond is stolen from under his nose. The heist was daring and seemingly impossible. The hunt is on for the culprits. But it soon becomes clear that only one man - and his elephant - can possibly crack this case... Features Summary The delightful second novel in the Mumbai-set Baby Ganesh Detective Agency series. When the Koh-i-Noor diamond is stolen from an exhibition of the crown jewels only one man (and his elephant) can crack the case... Author Vaseem Khan Publisher Mulholland Books Release date 20170323 Pages 368 ISBN 1-4736-1232-2 ISBN 13 978-1-4736-1232-7

Hardcover. English. Fernwood Press. 2014. ISBN: 1775841618. 224pp. Very good condition in hardcover, with good dw. Originally published by the Standard Bank as part of a curated exhibition in May 2011, this prestigious volume celebrates the life and works of Peter Clarke (1929-2014), one of South Africa's foremost artists. A mere 500 copies were originally published, all taken up at the exhibition, and continued demand has led to its re-release. Book No: 2500568

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 4 - 8 working days The second book in the heartwarming and charming Baby Ganesh series.For centuries the Koh-i-Noor diamond has set man against man and king against king.Now part of the British Crown Jewels, the priceless gem is a prize that many have killed to possess. So when the Crown Jewels go on display in Mumbai, security is everyone's principal concern. And yet, on the very day Inspector Chopra visits the exhibition, the diamond is stolen from under his nose.The heist was daring and seemingly impossible. The hunt is on for the culprits. But it soon becomes clear that only one man - and his elephant - can possibly crack this case... Features Summary The delightful second novel in the Mumbai-set Baby Ganesh Detective Agency series. When the Koh-i-Noor diamond is stolen from an exhibition of the crown jewels only one man (and his elephant) can crack the case... Author Vaseem Khan Publisher Mulholland Books Release date 20170415 Pages 345 ISBN 1-4736-1232-2 ISBN 13 978-1-4736-1232-7

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Rare collectible South African art book " Alexis Preller A Visual Biography" Double Volume box set by Karel Nel and Esme Berman on an extremely reknown artist 2 volumes: 397 + 283 pages, comprehensively illustrated throughout in colour, pictorial covers, a fine set contained in a laminated slip case. 1000 copies numbered 1 to 1000.  "This book fills a significant vacuum. Alexis Preller, major South African artist, was born in Pretoria in 1911 and died there in 1975. In all that time and ever since, only one small book – published in 1947 – was devoted to his art……In the course of his forty year career, Alexis Preller achieved national recognition and critical acclaim. Loyal admirers flocked every exhibition by the master artist. Yet, there were also those who were disturbed by his frequently cryptic themes and who denounced his flouting of pictorial convention. Preller’s art is indeed unconventional, distinctly independent, often enigmatic, but it is not impenetrable." South Africa's own Hieronymus Bosch DOUBLE VOLUME BOX SET IS BRAND NEW IN FINE UNREAD CONDITION. PLEASE NOTE OVERSEAS POSTAGE WILL BE QUOTED FOR SEPARATELY. RECOMMEND COURIER SHIPPING FOR AN ITEM OF THIS NATURE.

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days How Gyorgy Kepes, the last disciple of Bauhaus modernism, became the single most significant artist within a network of scientific experts and elites. Gyorgy Kepes (1906-2001) was the last disciple of Bauhaus modernism, an acolyte of Laszlo Moholy-Nagy and a self-styled revolutionary artist. But by midcentury, transplanted to America, Kepes found he was trapped in the military-industrial-aesthetic complex. In this first book-length study of Kepes, John Blakinger argues that Kepes, by opening the research laboratory to the arts, established a new paradigm for creative practice: the artist as technocrat. First at Chicago's New Bauhaus and then for many years at MIT, Kepes pioneered interdisciplinary collaboration between the arts and sciences-what he termed "interthinking" and "interseeing." Kepes and his colleagues-ranging from metallurgists to mathematicians-became part of an important but little-explored constellation: the Cold War avant-garde. Blakinger traces Kepes's career in the United States through a series of episodes: Kepes's work with the military on camouflage techniques; his development of a visual design pedagogy, as seen in the exhibition The New Landscape and his book The New Landscape in Art and Science; his encyclopedic Vision + Value series; his unpublished magnum opus, the Light Book; the Center for Advanced Visual Studies (CAVS), an art-science research institute established by Kepes at MIT in 1967; and the Center's proposals for massive environmental installations that would animate the urban landscape. CAVS was entangled in the antiwar politics of the late 1960s, as many students and faculty protested MIT's partnerships with defense contractors-some of whom had ties to the Center. In attempting to "undream" the Bauhaus into existence in the postwar world, Kepes faced profound resistance. Generously illustrated, drawing on the vast archive of Kepes's papers at Stanford and MIT's CAVS Special Collection, this book supplies a missing chapter in our understanding of midcentury modern and Cold War visual culture. Features Summary How Gyorgy Kepes, the last disciple of Bauhaus modernism, became the single most significant artist within a network of scientific experts and elites. Author John R. Blakinger Publisher MIT Press Release date 20190618 Pages 504 ISBN 0-262-03986-9 ISBN 13 978-0-262-03986-4

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Inspired by the Great Exhibition of 1851, the Festival of Britain followed soon after the austerity of the war years. The major events were focused around the twenty-seven-acre bomb site around Waterloo Station, although events happened throughout the UK. The Festival was almost immediately unfashionable amongst commentators. It was viewed with suspicion by political conservatives and quickly dismantled. An establishment orthodoxy quickly emerged that called into question the Festival's objectives. This political ambivalence towards the Festival is confounded by the popularity of the Festival amongst collectors, social historians and anybody interested in post-war British culture and society. This book is the first to present the story of the Festival of Britain, held in 1951, through its souvenirs. These objects were produced to commemorate The Tonic to the Nation. Retrospectively, they testify to the enormous popular appeal of the Festival. Festival of Britain 1951, the most recent addition to Features Summary Lavishly illustrated, the book is an indispensable guide to the 1951 Festival of Britain, its objects and their meanings in the twenty-first century. Author Paul Rennie Publisher ACC Art Books Release date 20070601 Pages 96 ISBN 1-85149-533-9 ISBN 13 978-1-85149-533-7

Author - Frances Morris and Christopher Green (ed) Binding - Softcover. Illustrated thick card wraps with light edge-wear. Book Condition - Very good. Book Number - QB-008742 Edition - 1st edition Location - Kalk Bay Shop Published Year - 2005 Published Place - London. Publisher - Tate Publishing. Size - Oblong 4to. 28cm x 24.5cm. 232pp.   Published on the occasion of the 'Jungles in Paris' exhibition. Contents and text clean and tightly bound.  

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days There are no other affordable books available on this important subject. This is the only book that looks closely at the early centuries of Collage. Collage is popular, fascinating and historically revealing. Accompanies an exhibition at the National Gallery of Modern Art in Edinburgh from June to October 2019. Collage is one of the defining subjects in Modern Art. It is as important and popular today as it has ever been. This definitive survey of collage and 3-D sculpture (made from bits and pieces stuck and nailed together) spans the whole period from about 1600 to the present day. Each page of this book is filled with fascination. The lavish illustrations include images of items such as books with fold-out flaps, Victorian collage, Valentine and greeting cards, double exposure photographs, album covers such as Sgt Peppers, and many curiosities and items from Cubism, Dada, Surrealism, Pop, 70s counterculture, video and computerised collage. Features Summary Collage is one of the defining subjects in Modern Art. This definitive survey of collage and 3-D sculpture (made from bits and pieces stuck and nailed together) spans the whole period from about 1600 to the present day. Author Patrick Elliott Publisher National Galleries of Scotland Release date 20190626 Pages 192 ISBN 1-911054-31-7 ISBN 13 978-1-911054-31-3

  SOUTH AFRICAN BIDS ONLY NO OVERSEAS SHIPPING SA POST OFFICE TRACK AND TRACE Please have look at my other listings – click on All items in the Seller window, top right corner of this page. &&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&&   ELIZABETH DELL editor EVOCATIONS OF THE CHILD: fertility figures of the southern African region. Catalogue of an exhibition.  Johannesburg Art Gallery, 1998. 231pp. Profusely illustrated in colour.   Paperback. Book in very good condition.       

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 6 - 13 working days Many experienced photographic printmakers, realizing the enormous wealth of possibilities offered by digital image-making, are changing from producing prints in the darkroom to creating archival, exhibition quality images via digital cameras and scanners, both becoming more affordable by the day. "Digital Image-Making" covers the whole range of electronic image-making, from the simple manipulation of elements on a scanner to complex collages unthinkable ten years ago except to those with sophisticated darkrooms at their disposal and an unlimited amount of time. Detailed case studies are included showing possible pitfalls and how to avoid them. Demonstrates how to change black and white to colour and vice-versa; explores the digital equivalent of darkroom toning, litho printing and image retouching techniques and shows how to experiment with a spectrum of different colours on a subject for graphic effect. All these techniques and many more are now at the digital image-maker's fingertips with the step-by-step sequences demonstrated in this book. Features Summary Digital image-making is the fastest growing area of photography today. This work covers the whole range of electronic image-making from the simple manipulation of elements on a scanner to complex collages... Author Les Meehan Publisher Collins and Brown Release date 20021021 Pages 128 ISBN 1-84340-006-5 ISBN 13 978-1-84340-006-6

(This title is available on demand: expected date of dispatch will be 4-7 working days once ordered) The story of the most influential art exhibitions from 1960, Biennials and Beyond assembles a wealth of rare and never before published documentation, from installation photographs and reviews to floor plans, catalogue excerpts and other primary ephemera, looking at the history of contemporary art through the lens of 25 significant exhibitions. With an introductory essay and concise overviews of each exhibition by art historian Bruce Altshuler, Biennials and Beyond is a unique sourcebook that offers direct access to the most influential exhibitions of the last 50 years. It is the companion volume to Phaidon's 2008 Salon to Biennial - Exhibitions that Made Art History: 1863-1959, winner of the Bannister Fletcher Award for best new book on art or architecture. Format:Hardback Pages:412

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Despite being one of the most significant cultural figures to have emerged from China in recent decades, Ai Weiwei hon ra is so controversial within his native country that until recently his name was removed from Chinese editions of art books. Eloquently fusing art and activism with a dark and rebellious wit, he has galvanised a generation of artists with his strong convictions and his willingness to risk personal liberties in pursuit of freedom of speech. Published to accompany his first major UK exhibition, this handsome book's texts include a new interview with Ai, an insightful exploration of his position within the Chinese and international contemporary art worlds, an incisive account of his architectural practice, and a chronology containing reflections from key figures who have worked with him. Sumptuous illustrations demonstrate the virtuosity of the traditional Chinese craftsmanship that Ai employs to produce his works and reveal the unflinching determination that lies behind his art. Features Summary Despite being one of the most significant cultural figures to have emerged from China, Ai Weiwei hon ra is so controversial in his native country that until recently his name was removed from Chinese editions of art books... Author Tim Marlow (Author), John L. Tancock (Author) Publisher Royal Academy of Arts Release date 20151201 Pages 240 ISBN 1-910350-53-2 ISBN 13 978-1-910350-53-9

Witwatersrand University Press, 2000. Soft cover, 160 pages. Very good condition. Tightly bound.  Under 1kg. Needlework made by collectives is a significant contemporary art form in Southern Africa. The outcome of initiatives directed at upgrading the economic position of women, these art works are devised as vehicles through which women can support themselves and, in the case of rural projects, attract capital into communities in which job opportunities are scarce or non-existent. In this detailed and beautifully illustrated book, which also serves as a catalog of a travelling exhibition, a selection of writers explore the fascinating narratives in Weya appliques.    

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days Covers various aspects of Bhutan's textiles and weaving heritage, from the central role of women to fibres, dyes and looms, to the functioning of beautiful cloth as an item of trade and an indicator of historical change and social identity. This book reveals the richness, originality and striking beauty of Bhutanese textiles. This volume, first published in 1994 (now reprinted in 2008) in conjunction with a special exhibition organized by the Peabody Essex Museum of Salem, Massachusetts, covers all aspects of Bhutan's textiles and weaving heritage, from Features Summary Covers various aspects of Bhutan's textiles and weaving heritage, from the central role of women to fibres, dyes and looms, to the functioning of beautiful cloth as an item of trade and an indicator of historical change and social identity... Author Diana K. Myers (Editor), Susan S. Bean (Editor), Michael Aris (As told to) Publisher Serindia Publications, Inc Release date 20080601 Pages 248 ISBN 1-932476-42-3 ISBN 13 978-1-932476-42-2

This item is sold brand new. It is ordered on demand from our supplier and is usually dispatched within 7 - 12 working days A panoramic exploration of peoples, objects and beliefs over 40,000 years from the celebrated author of A History of the World in 100 Objects and Germany, following the new BBC Radio 4 documentary and British Museum exhibition. One of the central facts of human existence is that every society shares a set of beliefs and assumptions - a faith, an ideology, a religion - that goes far beyond the life of the individual. These beliefs are an essential part of a shared identity. They have a unique power to define - and to divide - us, and are a driving force in the politics of much of the world today. Throughout history they have most often been, in the widest sense, religious. Yet this book is not a history of religion, nor an argument in favour of faith. It is about the stories which give shape to our lives, and the different ways in which societies imagine their place in the world. Looking across history and around the globe, it interrogates objects, places and human activities to try to understand what shared beliefs can mean in the public life of a community or a nation, how they shape the relationship between the individual and the state, and how they help give us our sense of who we are. For in deciding how we live with our gods, we also decide how to live with each other. 'The new blockbuster by the museums maestro Neil MacGregor... The man who chronicles world history through objects is back... examining a new set of objects to explore the theme of faith in society' Sunday Times Features Summary A panoramic exploration of peoples, objects and beliefs over 40,000 years from the celebrated author of A History of the World in 100 Objects and Germany... Author Neil MacGregor Publisher Penguin Books Release date 20190928 Pages 512 ISBN 0-14-198625-5 ISBN 13 978-0-14-198625-8