Bruno Giorgi, edited by Marcos Antonio Marcondes. Published by Art Editora, Sao Paulo, Brazil, 1980; first edition. Hard cover. Text in Portuguese and English, extensive images of the sculptor and his work, some in color. Clean excellent condition. Dust jacket shows wear at the edges but is clean. Measures 9.75 x 11.5 x 1 inch.
American Antiques from Israel Sack Collection, first edition, 2 volumes in slipcase, published by Highland House in 1969. The red leather bindings are clean and sharp, the gilt lettering is worn, and the pages are like new. There is light wear to the slipcase. Measures 12 x 9 x 2 inches.
Footprints of Assurance, limited edition published by MacMillan in 1953. Hardcover book with dust jacket in very good condition. Number 8 out of 500 copies, signed by the authors. Complete history of fire medallions with multiple photographs showing original cast iron house plaques. A superb must have reference for any serious collector of fire plaques and related memorabilia.
Imagens Religiosas Do Brasil, published by the author, Stanislaw Herstal, in Sao Paolo in 1956. Hardcover. Number 996 of 2000 copies. Text is in Portuguese and English with black and white and color plates; the color plates are tipped in. The linen cover has some discoloration and some of the pages are lightly foxed, but overall the book's condition is good. This is a very scarce publication. Measures 12.5 x 9.5 x 1.5/8 inches.
Important Chinese Ceramics from the J. M. Hu Family Collection, Sotheby's New York, June 4, 1985 sale. Hardcover catalogue with dust jacket in pristine condition.