{"title":"Christmas Gift Guide 2023","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTis the season at Bayliss Rare Books!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eI am delighted to share with you the Bayliss Rare Books Christmas catalogue 2023.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eFilled to the brim with rare books, signed and inscribed first editions, original photographs, memorabilia and rare posters!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eI am intensely proud of the work that has gone into this collection and hope you find something that you love.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eA small selection will be on my stand at the \u003cstrong\u003eSoho Farmhouse Christmas fair on the 16th and 17th of December\u003c\/strong\u003e, so if you’re a member I look forward to seeing you there.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-armagideon-times-numbers-one-and-two","title":"The Armagideon Times, 1979.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe complete collection of \u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Armagideon Times \u003c\/em\u003e(2 issues) from 1979.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare Clash fanzine created for the London Calling tour, edited by Robin Banks, a childhood friend of Mick Jones (Banks was later jailed for robbery and upon his release from prison The Clash dedicated\u003cem\u003e Stay Free\u003c\/em\u003e to him).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced under the direction of the band, \u003cem\u003eThe\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cem\u003eArmagideon Times\u003c\/em\u003e was an anarchic tour programme cum-newsletter. The first issue includes photos by Pennie Smith, a band history by Joe Strummer and Mick Jones, and a guide to 'London Calling' featuring handwritten notes by Joe Strummer, Mick Jones and Topper Headon, alongside illustrations by Paul Simonon. The second issue consists of photographs taken by Pennie Smith of the band and crew, alongside their \u003cem\u003eresumes\u003c\/em\u003e....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo iconic pieces of  Clash history - Rare in any state, especially so in this condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished in 1979, 24 pages (n°1 \u0026amp; 2). Both in excellect condition. True collectors pieces.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Clash","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42537321300223,"sku":"","price":250.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/ArmaGideonTimes.jpg?v=1646929730"},{"product_id":"jazz-1","title":"JAZZ | 1947, rare original Matisse portfolio, featuring two original pochoirs on paper created and executed by Matisse himself.","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"162\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"160\"\u003eExtremely Rare Matisse Prospectus for \u003cem data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"127\"\u003eJazz\u003c\/em\u003e, with Two Original Lithographs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"210\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"163\" data-end=\"208\"\u003ePublished by Tériade éditeur, Paris, 1947\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"212\" data-end=\"567\" class=\"\"\u003eA stunningly rare survival—the scarce publisher’s prospectus for \u003cem data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eJazz\u003c\/em\u003e, featuring two original lithographs after Henri Matisse’s pochoirs from the book. Issued in minuscule numbers to select collectors ahead of publication, this ephemeral piece is an essential companion to \u003cem data-start=\"487\" data-end=\"493\"\u003eJazz\u003c\/em\u003e itself and, paradoxically, even rarer than the masterpiece it promotes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"569\" data-end=\"747\" class=\"\"\u003eHoused in the original grey-green paper portfolio, which reproduces Matisse’s handwritten \u003cem data-start=\"659\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eJazz\u003c\/em\u003e title on the front and a vignette on the back. Inside, the prospectus includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"1248\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"748\" data-end=\"849\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"750\" data-end=\"849\" class=\"\"\u003eA lithographed title page replicating Matisse’s script, with a pasted-on 'Tériade éditeur' label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"902\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"852\" data-end=\"902\" class=\"\"\u003eFour pages of Matisse’s transcribed \u003cem data-start=\"888\" data-end=\"894\"\u003eJazz\u003c\/em\u003e text.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"903\" data-end=\"945\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"945\" class=\"\"\u003eA page with commentary by Kurt Martin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"946\" data-end=\"990\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"948\" data-end=\"990\" class=\"\"\u003eA facsimile manuscript page from \u003cem data-start=\"981\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eJazz\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"991\" data-end=\"1064\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1064\" class=\"\"\u003eAn index of plates and a bibliography of Matisse’s illustrated books.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1248\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1067\" data-end=\"1248\" class=\"\"\u003eMost significantly, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003etwo magnificent double-page colour lithographs\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"1139\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003eL’enterrement de Pierrot\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003eLe lanceur de couteaux\u003c\/em\u003e, capturing the brilliance of the original pochoirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1250\" data-end=\"1443\" class=\"\"\u003eA near-fine, beautifully preserved example—exceedingly scarce in any state, almost unheard of in this condition. The closest one can come to owning \u003cem data-start=\"1398\" data-end=\"1404\"\u003eJazz\u003c\/em\u003e itself, but with a rarity all its own.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Henri Matisse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43105161707775,"sku":"","price":6500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-0083.jpg?v=1743087011"},{"product_id":"withnail-and-i-1987-us-one-sheet-film-poster","title":"Withnail and I | 1987, US One Sheet original movie poster, framed \u0026 glazed.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'We want the finest wines available to humanity. And we want them here, and we want them now'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe original movie poster for one the greatest cult films of all time - certainly one of my favourites! It is becoming increasingly scarce on the market in good condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWithnail and I (1987) US One Sheet film poster, artwork by Ralph Steadman, Handmade Films, hot mounted for preservation, framed \u0026amp; glazed. Framed Size: 70 x 106cm. Condition: Fine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Ralph Steadman","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43336615002367,"sku":"","price":950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/image_65efccf5-320f-4d44-bf56-d1af4052b37c.jpg?v=1665495546"},{"product_id":"goldfinger-1964-usa-three-sheet-original-movie-poster","title":"Goldfinger (1964) USA Three Sheet original movie poster.","description":"\u003cp\u003eGoldfinger, 1964, USA Three Sheet original poster. Size: 41\" X 81\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRare and monumentally large format US 3 sheet for this James Bond classic from 1965. Printed in two sections.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ian Fleming","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43336660418815,"sku":"","price":3750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/Goldfinger_ef4785a7-9e6a-4e7f-b5fd-405a1319b703.jpg?v=1662991989"},{"product_id":"the-beatles-let-it-be-1970-original-movie-poster","title":"The Beatles Let It Be | 1970, original movie poster, framed.","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare original film poster for The Beatles' \u003cem\u003eLet it Be. \u003c\/em\u003eThis poster was printed for the Belgian release. Hot mounted for conservation as well as being framed \u0026amp; glazed to the highest gallery standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEagle-eyed collectors will notice the rather large blank space at the top of the poster.\u003c\/strong\u003e So, back in the day movie posters would often be printed with blank space in the paper above the artwork so that the cinema could then handwrite the film times. To have this poster with no writing in that space, is incredibly rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHot mounted for conservation as well as being framed \u0026amp; glazed to the highest gallery standard. Framed Size: 14 1\/2 x 22 inches. Condition: near-fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"The Beatles","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43336792015103,"sku":"","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-9979.jpg?v=1704724284"},{"product_id":"copy-of-diamonds-are-forever","title":"Diamonds are Forever | 1956, first edition in exceptional condition.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAn iconic first edition in exceptional condition, Diamonds are Forever is the fourth title in the highly collectible Bond series and contains the first mention of 'Spectre' which in later books would morph into the organisation of Bond's great nemesis, Ernst Stavro Blofeld!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe jacket design depicts Bond's love interest and a major player in the book, Tiffany Case; designer Pat Marriott would follow a similar formula in depicting the love interest, Honeychile Rider, on the jacket of DR. NO.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst edition, first impression, with the original dust jacket in exceptional condition. Original black cloth over boards. Front cover stamped in blind with an overall diamond pattern with a baguette-cut diamond stamped in silver in the center. Spine lettered in silver with Jonathan Cape logo in silver at foot. Internally near-fine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished by Jonathan Cape, London, 1956.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ian Fleming","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43386481213695,"sku":"","price":7000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/DIAMONDS_FLEMING.jpg?v=1663791042"},{"product_id":"cowboy-kate-1965-first-edition","title":"Cowboy Kate | 1965, first edition.","description":"\u003cp\u003eHaskins' seminal sixties classic, Cowboy Kate, is a landmark in the history of photography. The photographs contained in this first edition are as revered today as they were when first published 1965. In Cowboy Kate, a lyrical tale of the triumph of youth played out by cowgirls of the old west, Haskins reinvented the genre of the nude with stunningly well-executed photographs, a cinematic approach, and a subtly engaging narrative. Often copied but rarely equaled. One of the most iconic photobooks ever published.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFirst edition. Folio.(356 x 275 mm). Illustrated throughout in monochrome, typography and design by Sam Haskins and Julius Sher. Original publisher's grey cloth with black title to upper board and spine, original monochrome dust-jacket. Very minor weat to the dust-jacket and very slight creasing where book has slid into slipcase. Overall a near fine copy. First edition of Haskins' second book; his first was Five Girls published in 1962. A spectacular copy of a beautifully printed (in gravure) Sam Haskins title. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished by The Bodley Head, London, 1965.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sam Haskins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43386829406463,"sku":"","price":200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/COWBOY_KATE_1965.jpg?v=1663792979"},{"product_id":"casablanca-1947-rare-french-movie-magazine","title":"Casablanca | 1947, French movie magazine.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA stunning and rare piece of ephemera related to the Oscar winning film, Casablanca.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFrench film magazine Mon Film, featuring Casablanca, for its first release in France. Starring Humphrey Bogart, Ingrid Bergman and directed by Michael Curtiz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCasablanca (Mon Film, 1947). Fine\/Very Fine. French Magazine (16 Pages, 8\" x 11.75\"). An unrestored French magazine with good color and an overall very presentable appearance. It has as expected minor spine, edge, and cover wear, but overall a remarkable survivor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mon Film","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43386887012607,"sku":"","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/CASABLANCA_MAGAZINE_1947.jpg?v=1663794052"},{"product_id":"st-louis-blues-1958-original-british-quad-film-poster","title":"St. Louis Blues | 1958, Original British Quad film poster. Framed.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe rare original British Quad poster for the 1958 film St. Louis Blues starring Nat King Cole, Eartha Kitt, Cab Calloway, Ella Fitzgerald and more. A rare poster in such condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSt. Louis Blues (1958) British Quad film poster, starring Nat King Cole, 30 x 40 inches. The colours are incredibly vibrant with only minor fold wear. A near-fine example that has been professionally dry mounted with archival materials. Framed and glazed to the highest standard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Paramount Pictures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43387051049215,"sku":"","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/ST_LOUIS_BLUES.jpg?v=1663796699"},{"product_id":"dracula-has-risen-from-the-grave-1968-original-british-quad-movie-poster","title":"Dracula Has Risen From The Grave | 1968, Hammer Horror, Original British Quad Movie Poster, framed.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe original, British quad theatrical movie poster from 1968 for Dracula Has Risen From the Grave starring Christopher Lee. The artwork was designed by Tom Chantrell.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor conservation, the poster has been hot mounted and framed and glazed to the highest standard.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (framed)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 40 1\/2 x 30 1\/2 inches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Near-mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1968.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hammer Horror","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43390524588287,"sku":"","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-9998.jpg?v=1665664978"},{"product_id":"my-family-and-other-animals-1956-first-edition-signed-presentation-inscription-from-the-author-with-a-drawing-of-a-bear","title":"My Family and Other Animals | 1956, first edition, signed presentation inscription from the author with a drawing of a bear.","description":"\u003cp\u003eHaving spent every summer in Corfu as a child (and then many a night in Kassiopi in my teenage years!), this book is incredibly special to my heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNot only is it the rare first edition of My Family and Other Animals with the exceptionally rare dustjacket, but this example is truly one a kind as it's signed by Gerald Durrell and also features a drawing by him of a bear! I haven't come across a comparable copy in my time in rare books. It really is a delightful example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst edition, first impression. Near-fine. Original boards, spine sunned with a few splash marks, dust-jacket, price-clipped, light sunning to spine, spine ends and corners a little chipped, light spotting extremities a little toned, internally a near-fine. Signed and inscribed by Gerald Durrell. Ink ownership and gift inscription to endpaper \"Elizabeth Maxtone Graham from Patrick Maxtone Graham who started me on all the Durrell Books 1957\". Patrick Maxtone Graham was father to John Maxtone Graham, a Scottish-American speaker and writer on ocean liners and maritime history. An interesting provenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished by Rupert Hart-Davis, London, 1956.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Gerald Durrell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43495940751615,"sku":"","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-0013.jpg?v=1665668416"},{"product_id":"the-little-black-jacket-2012-first-edition-with-the-slipcase","title":"The Little Black Jacket | 2012, first edition, with the slipcase","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA fine first edition of Karl Lagerfeld's award-winning tribute to Chanel’s little black jacket with over 100 photographs. This rather beautiful first edition from 2012 features the original collector's slipcase. A brilliant addition to any collection and made all the more poignant with Lagerfeld's passing in 2019. Not only was Lagerfeld a brilliant designer but he was also a prolific book collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreated during the fifties by Mademoiselle Chanel, the jacket has been endlessly reinvented by Karl Lagerfeld in each of his collections since 1983, for the most part, in the fundamental Chanel colour: black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the book, you'll find the jacket slipped on by the French singer, Vanessa Paradis; transformed into a headdress for the American actress, Sarah Jessica Parker; or adapted to Alice Dellal’s neo-punk look, and much, much more. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst Edition. Pictorial wrappers, black edges, lettered slipcase. Minor wear to the covers. A near fine example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished by Steidl, Gottingen, 2012.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Karl Lagerfeld","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43496431485183,"sku":"","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-9905.jpg?v=1704724417"},{"product_id":"one-thousand-drawings-2009-first-edition-signed-inscribed-by-tracey-emin","title":"One Thousand Drawings | 2009, first edition, signed and inscribed by Tracey Emin","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e'I need art like I need God'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSigned in the year of publication by Tracey Emin, with a brilliant inscription that references her solo exhibition Tracey Emin: I need Art like I need God which took place at the South London Gallery from 16 April to 18 May 1997.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis monumental work features 1001 of Emin's beautifully scratchy drawings, published by Rizzoli. Rare to find signed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst edition, first impression, signed, dated, and dedicated 'For Hanna I need art like I need God' by the artist in ink on the front flyleaf, with original printed paper cover, overall 175 x 265 x 70mm (6 7\/8 x 10 3\/8 x 2 3\/4in). A near-fine example. Rare signed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished by Rizzoli International Publications, Inc., New York, 2009.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tracey Emin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43540738801919,"sku":"","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/a1c2d105-a5ad-4852-995e-af1f010f3223.jpg?v=1666693524"},{"product_id":"coming-soon-the-clash-concert-flyer-two-nights-of-action-at-the-coliseum-harlesden-london-11th-12th-march-1977-printed-on-paper","title":"The Clash | 1977, Concert Flyer, 'Two Nights...Of Action', from the personal collection of Clash co-creator Bernard Rhodes.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'It was important to find venues with an aspect of danger, enhancing the \u003cspan class=\"il\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClash\u003c\/span\u003e point of view. This is an early example of \u003cspan class=\"il\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClash\u003c\/span\u003e cut and paste agit-prop \u003cspan class=\"il\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClash\u003c\/span\u003e street-style artwork from March 1977, promoting a fantastic array of creative talent at a rousing all-night happening.' (Bernard Rhodes).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRare original flyer for the 77' Two Nights of Action gigs, from the personal collection of Clash co-creator Bernard Rhodes. Rhodes was a singularly important force behind the creation of The Clash. Punk memorabilia is having quite the moment with collectors and this is up there with the best one could hope for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRhodes is a designer, studio owner, record producer, songwriter, but more importantly, he was the co-creator of The \u003cspan class=\"il\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClash\u003c\/span\u003e. He was an important force behind the band, not only managing their business but also guiding their marketing and creative direction. Without Rhodes, there is no Clash.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA rare piece of Clash ephemera in mint condition - one of a kind with such important provenance. Framed and glazed to the highest standard with UV protective glass. Framed Size: 42.5 x 31.5 cm Condition: Fine \/ Mint.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"The Clash","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43556524163327,"sku":"","price":4900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-0707.jpg?v=1685966952"},{"product_id":"edgar-allen-poe-1996original-artwork-pastel-on-paper-signed-dated-and-titled-framed-and-glazed","title":"Edgar Allen Poe | 1996, original artwork, pastel on paper, signed, dated and titled, framed and glazed.","description":"\u003cp class=\"h4 lh-condensed font-smoothing mt-2 py-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn original pastel on paper of Edgar Allen Poe. The artist Ian Hughes has taken his cue from the most famous image we have of Poe, one of the few we have to go off as there are remarkably few from his lifetime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"h4 lh-condensed font-smoothing mt-2 py-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTo the observer, with his cryptic look etched on his face, this is unmistakably Poe. A man whose life remains shrouded in mystery, with conflicting accounts about poverty, alcoholism, drug use, and the circumstances of his death in 1849. Like his life, Poe's poems and short stories are infused with a sense of tragedy and mystery. Among his best-known works are: The Raven, Annabel Lee, and The Fall of the House of Usher. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"h4 lh-condensed font-smoothing mt-2 py-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis work has recently been framed and glazed to the highest gallery standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"h4 lh-condensed font-smoothing mt-2 py-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIan Hughes (1958 - 2014) was a well known Scottish painter who specialised in portraits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"h4 lh-condensed font-smoothing mt-2 py-1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Throughout his career Ian Hughes has bravely tackled the difficult issue of mental instability in a most impressive way both in his pictures and as a psychiatric nurse, never deviating from his cause; never painting for the market place; never sensationalising his subject.\" \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e — Clare Henry, Glasgow Herald\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize (framed)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31.5 x 31.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fine \/ Mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ian Hughes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43567898329343,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-0570.jpg?v=1667319550"},{"product_id":"charles-baudelaire-1996-original-artwork-pastel-on-paper-signed-dated-and-titled-framed-and-glazed","title":"CHARLES BAUDELAIRE | 1996, original artwork, pastel on paper, signed, dated and titled, framed and glazed.","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"h4 lh-condensed font-smoothing mt-2 py-1\"\u003eOriginal, 1996 pastel-on-paper by Scottish artist Ian Hughes of Charles Baudelaire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEtienne Carjat's 1858 photograph of the French poet is the basis for Hughes' interpretation, defined by a severe mouth, immoderate brow, and two drops of coffee-like eyes. Carjat, a renowned caricaturist, is remembered for his striking portraits of the political and artistic figures in 1860 Paris. This piece has been framed and glazed to gallery standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"h4 lh-condensed font-smoothing mt-2 py-1\"\u003eHughes (1958 - 2014) was a well known Scottish painter who specialised in portraits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\" class=\"h4 lh-condensed font-smoothing mt-2 py-1\"\u003e\"Throughout his career Ian Hughes has bravely tackled the difficult issue of mental instability in a most impressive way both in his pictures and as a psychiatric nurse, never deviating from his cause; never painting for the market place; never sensationalising his subject.\" \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e — Clare Henry, Glasgow Herald\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSize (framed)\u003c\/strong\u003e: 31.5 x 31.5 cm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e: Fine \/ Mint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDate\u003c\/strong\u003e: 1996.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ian Hughes","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43567912648959,"sku":"","price":500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-0575.jpg?v=1667320173"},{"product_id":"ode-to-a-highflying-bird-1964-signed-first-edition-the-rolling-stones-charlie-watts-ode-to-charlie-parker","title":"Ode to a Highflying Bird | 1964, The Rolling Stones' Charlie Watts ode to Charlie Parker, signed \u0026 inscribed first edition.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e‘From one Charlie to another...'\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA truly scarce first edition from the pen of Charlie Watts, the late and of course great, Rolling Stones drummer. An ode to his hero, the jazz icon Charlie 'Bird' Parker.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished in a very limited run in 1964 this has only grown in popularity since the sad passing of arguably the greatest drummer of all time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst edition, first impression, small octavo. Original white boards with an image of Charlie Watts and facsimile Watts signature, minor wear to edges and front boards but overall near-fine. Internally, very sound. A truly stunning copy with a laid in signature and inscription giving thanks on card: 'Many thanks \/ Charlie Watts'. Rare.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished by Beat Publications, London, 1964.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Charlie Watts; The Rolling Stones","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43568070033663,"sku":"","price":750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-0644.jpg?v=1704724157"},{"product_id":"coming-soon-the-mysteries-of-udolpho-1794-first-dublin-edition-published-in-the-same-year-as-the-first-edition-3-vols","title":"The Mysteries of Udolpho | 1794, first edition of one of the most important Gothic texts, 3 vols.","description":"\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThis example was featured recently in The Washington Post.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.baylissbooks.co.uk\/blogs\/press\/bayliss-rare-books-in-the-washington-post-1\"\u003eLearn more here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe rare first Dublin edition (published in the same year as the true first) of Ann Radcliffe's The Mysteries of Udolpho from 1794. A key text in the development and history of Gothic fiction - it is hard to stress the importance of Radcliffe's creation. Not only is it one the most important novels of the late eighteenth and early nineteenth centuries, but also one of the most important novels ever published.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSet in France and Italy in the late sixteenth century, it tells the story of Emily St Aubert, a beautiful and virtuous heroine who suffers a series of extravagant and highly dramatic misadventures including the death of her mother and father, supernatural terrors in a gloomy castle, and the machinations of a violent Italian brigand. Published in 1794, it became a literary sensation with its extravagant plot, overheated prose and naïve heroine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRather brilliantly, The Mysteries of Udolpho appears prominently in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003eJane Austen's\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e 1817 satire\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.baylissbooks.co.uk\/products\/northanger-abbey-persuasion-1818-excellent-first-edition-contemporary-19th-century-binding\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eNorthanger Abbey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, where an impressionable young woman reader comes to see friends and acquaintances as Gothic villains and victims. Udolpho was ripe for satire in Austen's eyes!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAn exceedingly scarce first edition and one that is a cornerstone of any serious collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProvenance: Inscribed by Conolly McCausland of Fruit Hill (later\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Drenagh\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDrenagh\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e) and later the bookplate of his son, Marcus McCausland. Learn more about the family\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Drenagh\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst Dublin Edition (The first Dublin edition was published in the same year as the true first edition) first impression, small octavo 3 vols, the title pages inscribed in pen 'Conolly McCausland, Fruit Hill' later bookplate, bound in tree calf, spine in gilt with lined compartments and crimson and black labels lettered in gilt (slightly worn). Minor wear to the binding. Fore Edges in blue Internally surprisingly fresh given its age with minor foxing throughout. A near-fine example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished by Hillary and Barlow; Thomas Burnside; Brett Smith, Dublin, for Messrs. P. Wogan, W. Jones, and H. 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As Neptune was discovered in 1846, it is not featured in this collection which was published just before the discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA rare first edition set that would make a unique addition to any collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst edition, 15 lithographed cards, slightly bowed, some slight foxing and soiling, each card is 11.4 x 7.4 cm, [c. 1840]. Framed size: 16 x 20 cm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Astronomy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43632183869695,"sku":"","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-1328.jpg?v=1669215015"},{"product_id":"literary-forgery-my-sercrete-log-boke-the-lost-diary-of-christopher-columbus","title":"Literary Forgery | 1493 (1892), My Secrete Log Boke, The Lost Diary of Christopher Columbus.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis remarkable diary, adorned with shells and sand, is one of the most peculiar items in the Bayliss Rare Books trove. Passed down through time, it is believed to be the long-lost diary of Christopher Columbus, tossed out to sea during a storm many years ago, only to be found by the coast of Pembrokeshire centuries later.....\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWorthy of note is that it is actually a renowned literary forgery! Written in an old-fashioned English and with paper and binding crafted to look as if it had been weathered by the sea., it is a rare work with only a handful known to exist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst and only edition. Printed by lithographic process on imitation parchment paper. Text and illustrations printed to appear hand written, with many decorated initials. Small quarto, 47pp., plus loosely-inserted reproduction letter with remnants of wax seal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished by Frz. Rangette \u0026amp; Sons, Dusseldorf, 1892.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Christopher Columbus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43632291643647,"sku":"","price":1000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-1453.jpg?v=1669216128"},{"product_id":"la-photographie-nest-pas-lart-1937-the-scarce-true-first-edition-of-one-of-man-rays-most-influential-works","title":"La Photographie N'est Pas L'art | 1937, the scarce true first edition of Man Ray's most influential work.","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 1937 first edition of Man Ray's landmark work La Photographie N'est Pas L'art, featuring a foreword from Andre Breton, is a highly sought-after rarity. This classic collection of photos offers an unprecedented view of Man Ray's surrealist sensibilities and photography's place within the art world. It's an essential work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFirst Edition, 3 sheets of text, imprimatur leaf, 12 halftone plates printed on yellow sheets (plus a duplicate of the seahorse), loose as issued within blue printed wrappers and black outer wrapper with 'window', the blue wrapper sunned, short tear on outer wrapper, [Parr \u0026amp; Badger I pp.108-109], 8vo, [Paris], avant-propos de André Breton.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished by GLM, France, 1937.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Man Ray","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43643822833919,"sku":"","price":2000.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/IMG-1627.jpg?v=1669654678"},{"product_id":"rare-handbill-for-bob-dylans-first-new-york-concert-carnegie-chapter-hall-1961-framed","title":"Rare Handbill For Bob Dylan's First Concert, Carnegie Chapter Hall | 1961, framed.","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA rare and iconic piece of music memorabilia: the original handbill used to advertise Dylan’s first-ever headline concert on November 4, 1961.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBilled as Dylan’s “First New York Concert” it was, more accurately his first concert anywhere. 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He tells the history and principles of modern physics. He seeks to \"combine Einstein's General Theory of Relativity and Richard Feynman's idea of multiple histories into one complete unified theory that will describe everything that happens in the universe.\" It was the winner of the Aventis Prizes for Science Books 2002.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFirst edition, first impression, illustrations, original boards, dust-jacket, 4to, very small closed tear to the spine of the jacket but almost impresciptible. Other than that a fine example internally and near-fine externally.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePublished by Bantam Press, 2001.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stephen Hawking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43654933053695,"sku":"","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/17248-1_1.jpg?v=1669992897"},{"product_id":"la-suite-catalane-1954-set-of-six-salvador-dali-tiles","title":"La Suite Catalane | 1954, rare set of six Salvador Dali tiles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA highly unusual set of tiles, with only 750 produced and designed by surrealist icon Salvador Dali. This limited edition collection of Dali tiles is sure to be an attractive set for any collector or art enthusiast. The story goes Dali originally designed them for a wealthy collectors swimming pool. The collector went bankrupt and Dali suddenly had a warehouse full of tiles! Over the years sets have made their way onto the market and are incredibly sought after.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"La Suite Catalane\", designed by celebrated Surrealist artist Salvador Dali in 1954. In a Limited Edition of 750, number 164\/750.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Salvador Dali","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43662756544767,"sku":"","price":900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/1450371038562137.jpg?v=1670338856"},{"product_id":"emma-1898-first-illustrated-edition-a-stunning-example","title":"Emma | 1898, first illustrated edition in the original cloth binding, a stunning example.","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSome of the finest depictions of Jane Austen's characters and scenes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eA truly stunning example, easily the best I have seen of the first illustrated edition of Jane Austen's \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEmma\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished in 1898, this is the second in George Allen's decorated cloth Austen series, intended to follow its phenomenally successful predecessor the\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.baylissbooks.co.uk\/products\/pride-and-prejudice-with-royal-provenance\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.baylissbooks.co.uk\/products\/pride-and-prejudice-with-royal-provenance\"\u003e \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e'Peacock edition' of Pride and Prejudice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. Both are some of the most sought after Austen editions due to their beauty and both are now increasingly hard to find in excellent condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel \"Emma\" was first published in 1815, it is a novel that centres around a young woman, Emma Woodhouse, who is described as \"handsome, clever, and rich\" but also as someone who is \"slightly spoilt\" and \"inclined to think too well of herself.\" Emma's story is one of self-discovery and personal growth as she navigates through the complexities of love, relationships and society.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe George Allen edition of Emma, illustrated by Chris Hammond, is considered a beautiful and valuable addition to any collector of Jane Austen's works, or anyone who is a fan of classic literature and illustration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProvenance: Bookplate of William S. Argent by Henry Ospovat (1877-1909) to the front paste down.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFirst edition thus; first Hammond edition, only impression. Original decorative gilt, blue cloth binding. Binding is excellent with minor almost imperceptible wear. Internally near-fine with minor foxing here and there. A stunning example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePublished by George Allen, London, 1898.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Jane Austen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43737815318783,"sku":"","price":2500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0607\/3119\/5647\/products\/EMMA_JANE_AUSTEN_1.jpg?v=1684241755"},{"product_id":"neptune-1898-original-nasa-chromogenic-print-picture-taken-by-voyager-2","title":"NEPTUNE | 1989, original NASA large format chromogenic print, taken by Voyager 2.","description":"\u003cp\u003e A rare opportunity to acquire this historic and original NASA large format chromogenic print of Neptune taken by Voyager 2 on August 20, 1989 at a distance of 4.4 million miles from the planet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVoyager 2 gave humanity its first close-up of our solar system's eighth planet. Marking the end of the Voyager mission's Grand Tour of the solar system's four giant planets — Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus and Neptune — that first was also a last: No other spacecraft has visited Neptune since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Voyager probes launched in 1977. Together, they visited Saturn and Jupiter and their moons. But then, Voyager 2 had a unique opportunity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“We had the opportunity to get a close flyby with Voyager 2,” said Suzanne Dodd, Voyager Project Manager. “Because of the planetary alignment when the probes launched in 1977, the four giant outer planets were all aligned on the same side of the sun, so we could go from one to the next to the next. It was a really great opportunity.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allowed the spacecraft to use a gravity assist from one planet to visit the next one, allowing the Voyager program to visit four planets in four years. 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Captured by Herman Leonard, a highly sought-after jazz photographer known for his dramatically lit, smoky images, Leonard’s unique background makes this photograph particularly intriguing. The image of Connery relaxing with a cigarette between takes is nothing short of iconic and represents a truly unique find. This is the only known print available, making it a standout piece not found in any other collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDr. No\u003c\/em\u003e (1962), original oversized candid double-weight photograph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFramed Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 5\/8 x 17 1\/2 in. (39.6 x 44.4 cm).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine. 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The images of characters and thrilling action, along with the rousing slogan of “69,000,000 JAMES BOND FANS LIVE IN A THROBBING WORLD OF HOT-BLOODED EXCITEMENT”, captures the intoxicating atmosphere of the franchise. Note the incorporation of the iconic '007' logo within the numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eConservation linen-backed with fold line restoration. The linen on the borders have heavy handling wear but the poster remains unaffected. 41” x 79” (104 x 206 cm). Condition: Excellent. 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Published by Perrier Water with their copyright and logo at the verso of each page, this edition by Crombie - famed for his 'The Rules of Golf' editorial cartoons first released through Perrier in 1906 - is a truly magnificent find in such condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFirst and only edition, large, complete folio containing twelve colour illustrations with captions of the laws of the game, produced for Perrier Limited of London, with Perrier advertisements throughout and to rear page. Original hardback pictorial boards. 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