Len Deighton's Guide to EatingA legendary, highly stylish cult classic where espionage, vintage graphic design, and the irresistible culinary flair of the 1960s seamlessly come together.

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An elegant, atmospheric biography and a profound cultural-historical study of Vita Sackville-West as a passionate gardener, plant lover, and visionary creator of the iconic Sissinghurst.Language: English

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An inspiring, beautifully designed manifesto and creative journey of discovery that challenges the reader to turn off autopilot and meet the world with an open mind.English

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When world-renowned guerrilla artist and…

Fascinerend en grensverleggend kunstboek dat natuurfilosofie, architectuur en landschapsfotografie samenbrengt in dialoog tussen Surtsey en de Amsterdamse Zuidas. Hardcover. Nieuw boek, nog volledig verpakt in originele folie.

A beautifully illustrated and immersive guide that captures the genuine essence of the Danish art of happiness through the eyes of ordinary Danes.English
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Boekje over het beschermen van de takahē tegen uitsterven. Eerste uitgave in serie over bedreigde vogelsoorten van Nieuw-Zeeland, om bevolking bewust te maken van de ernstige situatie van hun unieke fauna. Engelstalig.

Een prikkelende verkenning van een nieuwe generatie ontwerpers die zich moeiteloos beweegt tussen de virtuele en de fysieke wereld; tussen de tweede en de derde dimensie. Hardcover. English

Introduction to an Anthropology or SupermodernityAn essential and lucid essay on the anthropology of 'supermodernity', exploring the anonymous spaces that increasingly define our lives.IntroductionIn Non-Places, the renowned…

Een rijk gedocumenteerd overzicht van vijftien spraakmakende solotentoonstellingen waarin de relatie tussen kunst, de bezoeker en de fysieke ruimte centraal staat. Tweetalige uitgave (Nederlands/Engels). Fotografie Hans Wilschut.

Een veelzijdige biografie van een van de meest ongrijpbare grootmeesters van de twintigste-eeuwse literatuur. A versatile biography of one of the most elusive masters of twentieth-century literature. English.

Een liefdevolle en allesomvattende ode aan de ezel, geschreven door de oprichtster van de wereldberoemde Donkey Sanctuary.
Hardcover. Engels

This modernist masterpiece portrays the lives of several American and European 'déracinés' (the uprooted) in the Paris, Vienna, and Berlin of the 1920s.With an introduction by T.S. Eliot.

HardcoverNightwood is a poetic and…

1965-2011 Werk van Floor van Keulen dat door hun aard of bestemming verloren is gegaan, zoals locatiegebonden muurschilderingen en schilderacties. Tekst van Rudi Fuchs, Tom Rooduijn en Annerie Smolders. Nederlands/Engels.

On the Importance of Armchair Travel. Prikkelend en ironische werk van Pierre Bayard. How to Talk About Places You've Never Been is een briljant en provocerend pleidooi voor de kunst van de 'armchair travel'. Hardcover. English.

A collection of street fashion unlike any seen before—focused on the over-60 set in the world’s most stylish locales. First edition. Hardcover. English. Near Mint / As New.

Een unieke kruisbestuiving tussen Delfts Blauw en tatoeagekunst. Bijzondere samenwerking tussen tatoeëerder Henk Schiffmacher en de historische plateelbakkerij Royal Delft. Eerste druk. Schaars. Vrijwel nog als nieuw. Engels.

Catalogus van de gelijknamige tentoonstelling in Design Museum Den Bosch in 2021. De invloed van de gothic-cultuur op design, mode en kunst. Vrijwel nog als nieuw exemplaar. English.

De 33 bekroonde boeken van 2014. Voor de editie van 2014 kreeg het bureau Haller Brun 'carte blanche'. Het resultaat is een compact maar lijvig object van ruim 600 pagina's. Nederlands / Engels

This rare artist's book explores the boundaries between physical space and imagination through a photographic record of a meticulously constructed scale model. Artist: Frederik Gruyaert. Text: Alma Mathijsen. English

Facsimile-uitgave van de oorspronkelijke werken van Peter Newell uit het einde van de 19e eeuw. 74 omkeerbare illustraties. Engelstalig boek / The book is in English

Biënnale van Venetië 2015 / Venice Biennale 2015. Dialoog tussen de vries en Jean-Hubert Martin. Bekroond door de studentenjury bij de Best Verzorgde Boeken 2015. Eerste druk. Vrijwel nog als nieuw exemplaar. English

Sketchbook and Diaries biedt een inkijk in de werkwijze van Bharti Kher. In plaats van een overzicht van voltooide werken, een verzameling ruwe ideeën, tekeningen en fragmenten uit haar dagboeken. English. Almost as new.

In Catwoman duikt Suzan Colón in de vele levens van Selina Kyle.
Een kleurrijke en uitgebreide kroniek van DC Comics' meest raadselachtige antiheldin, van haar debuut in 1940 tot haar status als modern culticoon. English.

Een trolleybus als mobiele kunstvrijplaats in Mexico-Stad voor experimentele installaties. In Trolebús 2005-2009 de geschiedenis van een van de meest eigenzinnige alternatieve kunstruimtes van Mexico. Spanish & English (Bilingual)

Een industrieel vormgegeven overzicht van het IK-eiland, het levenswerk van Jan van Munster waarin erfgoed, architectuur en beeldende kunst samenkomen. Bijzondere vormgegeven. Multilingual (NL, EN, DE, FR). Vrijwel nog als nieuw.

Een helder overzicht van de visionaire concepten en de levensloop van R. Buckminster Fuller, de architect die de wereld wilde verbeteren met technologische innovatie. English, Hardcover. Redelijk/goed exemplaar.

Zeldzaam en eerlijk inzicht in de werkwijze van drie vernieuwende architectenbureaus: Atelier Tomas Dirrix, Studio Muoto en Erika Nakagawa Office. Niet alleen glanzende eindresultaten, maar verhalen achter de projecten. English.

Arno Kramer ontleedt de beeldtaal van de Britse kunstenaar Terry Thompson, wiens werk balanceert op de grens tussen abstractie en figuratie. Nederlands- en Engelstalig. Hardcover, Vrijwel als nieuw exemplaar.

In Archeologia da spiaggia (Strandarcheologie) presenteert de Italiaanse kunstenaar Maurizio Finotto een geestig en melancholisch overzicht van zijn vondsten langs de branding.
Tweetalige editie (Italiaans/Engels). Hardcover.

Een gelaagde visuele en theoretische verkenning van de onophoudelijke metamorfose van Milaan, waar architectuur, sociologie en documentairefotografie samenkomen. Taal: Engels (en Italiaans). Vrijwel nog als nieuw exemplaar.

An impressive retrospective documenting three decades of groundbreaking art at the intersection of climate, science, and technology.

This substantial monographic work documents the thirty-year collaboration of the Swedish artist…

A dreamlike and autobiographical photobook where the boundaries between perception, memory, and emotion gracefully blur.

In Rainchild, prominent Dutch photographer Machiel Botman invites the viewer into a highly personal visual…

Histories of Belgian graphic design. Groundbreaking historiography of Belgian graphic design, bringing hidden narratives and forgotten pioneers to the forefront for the first time.

Een diepgravende tweetalige verkenning van de politieke dimensies van design, van koloniale geschiedenis tot hedendaagse sociale rechtvaardigheid.

An in-depth bilingual exploration of the political dimensions of design, spanning…

Dierenparalleluniversum of apocalyps? Gabriella Giandelli's kleurrijke kunstboek met afbeeldingen van reusachtige dieren in een verlaten omgeving. German/English/Italian. Hardcover. Nieuw in seal.

Designs of the Decade. Visuele analyse van designrevolutie in de jaren tachtig. Van Memphis Group tot baanbrekende mode, architectuur en grafische vormgeving. Rijk geïllustreerd. Eerste druk, 1990. Engelstalig. Bijna als nieuw

Walt Disney: Conversations (2006). A unique collection of interviews edited by Kathy Merlock Jackson. Essential film history in near-fine condition. Discover Disney's vision in his own words.

The Runaways - Victor Canning. A gripping adventure of a runaway boy and an escaped cheetah. Classic Puffin edition (1986) in neat condition. Perfect for fans of realistic nature stories and survival tales.

Charlie Chaplin, Director - Analysis of Chaplin's unique directing style by Donna Kornhaber. Discover how he changed cinema from behind the camera. Near-mint 2014 paperback. Essential for film enthusiasts.

The Comic Worlds - An in-depth analysis of Peter Arno, William Steig, Charles Addams, and Saul Steinberg. Discover the history of The New Yorker cartoons. Neat first edition (2007) available at our antiquarian bookstore.

A Handbook for Green Building - The definitive guide to sustainable building by Johan van Lengen. 706 pages of practical techniques for eco-architecture. This near-mint copy is an essential reference for self-builders.

Franse interieurkunst en landelijke charmeRomantische huizen in Frankrijk biedt een gedetailleerd overzicht van 22 unieke woningen verspreid over de meest schilderachtige regio’s van Frankrijk. In dit meertalige fotoboek…

The Years of Building Dangerously. Discover Indonesia’s Jengki style and postwar modernism. A richly documented book by Tariq Khalil. Essential for retro architecture enthusiasts. Condition: Like New.

Verken verlaten kastelen en fabrieken in Urban Secrets van Wigo Worsseling. Een indrukwekkend fotoboek (paperback, 2010) over de schoonheid van verval in Nederland, België en Griekenland. Nieuw exemplaar.

Silent beauty of Asian theme parks in Paul Hiller's Happysad Souvenirs. A unique photography book exploring melancholy and nostalgia in a limited edition of 500 copies. Fine art analogue photography. Hardcover.

Lessons in Chemistry – Discover Bonnie Garmus’ award-winning novel about science, feminism, and resilience in the 1960s. A sharp, witty, and moving story that inspires readers worldwide. Like new.

Igniting the Changemaker – Discover how leadership, culture, spirituality, and nature unite in Dax Dasilva’s call to action for a sustainable and connected world. Signed by the author with a short handwritten note.

A conceptual photobook by Barbara Diener about Wernher von Braun and the selective way history is told, featuring archival images and transparent pages. Hardcover. Like new.

Platypus – Explore the anatomy, habitat, and unique traits of Australia’s most curious mammal. Includes 40 color photos and drawings. A 1991 nature classic for wildlife enthusiasts. First edition. Excellent copy.

Complete overview of Piet Mondrian's oeuvre by art historian Marty Bax. 576 pages with 300+ color reproductions. First edition 2001, excellent condition.

Rare Pelican Edition of Arendt's Essays on Light in Dark TimesMen in Dark Times from 1973 presents Hannah Arendt's profound reflections on ten exceptional figures who brought light to the darkness of the twentieth century. This…

Children’s book classic. In The Paper Bag Princess by Robert N. Munsch, a princess rescues her prince and chooses freedom. Humorous, feminist, and beautifully illustrated by Michael Martchenko.

Karl Blossfeldt Photographs – Iconic botanical photography in a Taschen edition with text by Rolf Sachsse. Hardcover, first edition (1994). Second-hand copy in excellent condition!

Een kunstboek over picturalisme in Nederlandse fotografie.
In atmosferisch licht (Waanders, 2010) toont 90 meesterwerken uit 1890-1925. Tweetalig (NL/EN), hardcover, eerste druk, bijna als nieuw.

A visual homage to Giorgio Morandi.
Mary Ellen Bartley photographs Morandi’s books in a meditative series of images. A stunning art book full of silence, beauty, and intimacy. Published by Silvana Editoriale (2023).

Another Week in The Kitchen by Karen Dudley – A vibrant cookbook with fresh recipes, stunning photography, and heartfelt stories from Cape Town’s iconic eatery. Paperback with flaps and ribbon.

The Granny Alphabet – Two deluxe books in slipcase by Tim Walker. A playful homage to grandmothers with photos, illustrations, and humor. Perfect for art and photography lovers.

A Week in the Kitchen – Karen Dudley’s iconic cookbook featuring creative recipes and stories from her Cape Town restaurant. A must-have for foodies and lovers of seasonal dishes. Like new

Lawrence Weiner – Een keuze uit zijn werk (Van Abbemuseum, 1976). Zeldzame eerste druk, oplage 650 stuks, inclusief bijlage en briefje Fuchs. Een must-have voor verzamelaars van conceptuele kunst.

Karin van Dam – Born in a Balloon. Kunstboek naar aanleiding van de tentoonstelling in Gemeentemuseum Den Haag. Tweetalig (NL/EN), rijk geïllustreerd. Hardcover, eerste druk (2012), vrijwel als nieuw.

A quirky bedtime book with music.
Bed, Bed, Bed by They Might Be Giants is a surreal, musical picture book with four imaginative stories and an audio CD. Perfect for preschoolers and alt-rock parents. Virtually like new.

First edition hardcover. A landmark collection of twentieth-century European photography. Edited by Kate Bush. Powerful, personal, and historically rich. Near fine condition.

Two classic thrillers by Graham Greene. The Third Man and The Fallen Idol explore betrayal, innocence, and post-war intrigue. Basis for iconic films. A must-read for fans of literary suspense.

A quirky photobook celebrating American Christmas cards. From Our House to Your House by Martin Parr is a soft-padded hardcover full of vintage charm. Near fine condition.

A Tree A Day by Amy-Jane Beer is a beautifully illustrated nature book with 365 entries celebrating trees. Hardcover first edition in near-new condition. A perfect gift for nature lovers.

A richly illustrated study of Eva Hesse and Sol LeWitt’s artistic friendship in 1960s New York. Hardcover in very good condition. Minor wear to dust jacket. A must-have for art lovers and scholars.

Fashion meets technology in this stunning Met Museum catalogue
Manus x Machina explores the fusion of handcraft and machine innovation in fashion. Designer edition with perforated card covers in plastic sleeve. As good as new.

Vervuilde locaties en landschappen in Nederland
Indrukwekkend tweetalig fotoboek van Wout Berger over verborgen milieuproblemen. Opgenomen in ‘Het Nederlandse fotoboek’. Eerste druk. Nog mooi en net exemplaar.

Contemporary Pinhole Photography. A richly illustrated art book with over 200 images and essays, exploring the mystery and beauty of pinhole photography worldwide. First edition, 2014. Hardcover.

Parkett No. 65 (2002) – bilingual contemporary art magazine with essays and projects by leading artists. A collectible issue in very good condition, cover with light handling marks.

A delightful blend of timeless charm and modern flair in every room. Modern Vintage Style by Emily Chalmers shows you how to layer vintage and contemporary elements to create perkily polished interiors. Hardcover.

The Gods of the Norsemen – Christopher Abram examines how Norse myths evolved within Viking culture, combining archaeology, Old Norse poetry, and myth study in this scholarly yet accessible hardcover. Like new.

Een uniek kunstfotografieboek waarin Danielle Kwaaitaal bloemen onder water fotografeert. Florilegium toont surrealistische stillevens en is een eigentijds eerbetoon aan 17e-eeuwse bloemboeken. Nog verpakt in uitgeversfolie.

A Portrait of Jeff Buckley
Through rare photos and intimate interviews, this poignant book reveals the genius behind Grace and the enduring resonance of Buckley's tragic legacy. Revised edition. Like new.

A poetic chronicle of ephemeral art installations exploring fertility, growth, and biodiversity. The Mystery of Fertility reveals how art, nature, and imagination intertwine. First edtion. Like new.

Modern potters, their tools, techniques and practices – A vivid, illustrated exploration of over 45 contemporary ceramicists by Kylie and Tiffany Johnson. Hardcover art reference on pottery craft.
Hardcover. NEW BOOK

A Bouquet of Tasty Recipes — explore the art of cooking with edible flowers in Susan Belsinger’s Flowers in the Kitchen, bursting with recipes, growing tips, and vibrant photography.

The first solo book by photographer Alessandra Pace. A collection of shots divided by environments, starting from the most intimate (the bathroom) to the whole world. Ocean, atmospheres, ecosystem. Limited edition. Like new.

A caveat: this book has no subtitle—but here’s the meta description:
A mesmerizing dive into drugs, fame, death, and cinematic urban visions. Jim Morrison’s only lifetime-published poetry collection, raw, surreal, and unforgettabl

A visual indictment of corporate America
Protest Photographs by Chauncey Hare is a striking collection of 1970s documentary portraits revealing lives shaped by corporate labor, protest and suburban alienation. Brand new!

“Discover food’s simplicity, culture & hospitality”
The Monocle Guide to Drinking and Dining – Monocle and Gestalten’s visually rich global handbook explores honest food, cafes, hosting, recipes & culinary travel. Almost like new

DIY creative reuse guide
ReadyMade – Shoshana Berger & Grace Hawthorne: 208 full-color pages of clever, eco-friendly DIY projects using everyday materials—perfect for makers and design lovers.

Ex‑Vision To The Future
Dive into Hiroko Koshino’s six-decade fashion journey—lavish visuals, couture insights, and creative legacy in this stunning art/catalog monograph. Hardcover. First edition. New book.

Fondation Louis Vuitton
The genesis, design & galleries of the Fondation Louis Vuitton in this beautifully illustrated paperback—an authoritative look at Gehry’s iconic glass-sail museum.

Photographic nonfiction on Syrian refugees.
Anything Out of Nothing—Thijs Heslenfeld’s powerful images and Rinke Verkerk’s narratives capture hope, strength, and dignity amid crisis.

Childhood and Adolescence – An insightful, clinically grounded guide to child and adolescent development by J. A. Hadfield, Pelican A531 (1962), designed for parents, educators & psychology readers.

On Home Ground – A moving photographic essay by Denis Thorpe capturing the spirit of Britain through powerful black-and-white images. A must-have for fans of British photography and social history.

A vibrant visual journey through the world of Javier Mariscal. Mariscal Design (1992) is a multilingual, richly illustrated monograph celebrating Spain’s iconic postmodern designer.

A timeless memoir of resilience and intellect.
Taha Hussein’s An Egyptian Childhood is a lyrical coming-of-age story of blindness, education, and identity in early 20th-century Egypt.

A vivid portrait of Cairo’s forgotten lives.
The Cheapest Nights by Yusuf Idris is a gripping collection of short stories exploring poverty, dignity, and resilience in mid-century Egypt. Translated from Arabic by Peter Owen.

A curated directory of illustrators who blur the lines between work and life
Work/Life 2 A beautifully designed book featuring 100+ illustrators, their creative spaces, and the stories behind their work. Curated by Janine Vangool

An essential guide to capturing life on the streets.
The Street Photographer’s Manual by David Gibson offers tutorials, tips, and inspiration from 20 top photographers. A must-have for lovers of candid urban photography.

80 recipes interpreted by 78 artists — BRAC. Books Recipes Artists Cooking blends vegetarian cuisine and contemporary art in a vibrant tribute to Florence’s iconic bookshop.

An intergenerational dialogue between body and nature — Corpus Naturae explores the sacred connection between women, plants, and the Earth through the art of Tomaso Binga and María Ángeles Vila Tortosa.

Youth, Media, and Queer Visibility in Rural America – Mary L. Gray explores how LGBTQ+ youth in rural areas use digital and public spaces to express identity and build community.

The distortion of African realities in 33+ images. A bold visual essay by Pieter van der Houwen, The Complicit Camera explores media bias, ethics, and representation in Western photography. Hardcover
First edition

A radical rethinking of urban life in the age of climate crisis and inequality.
In An other City, Henrik Valeur explores sustainable, community-driven alternatives to modern urbanism.

A rare glimpse into the mind of Mark Rothko.
This collection of essays, letters, and lectures reveals the artistic philosophy and inner world of one of modern art’s most profound thinkers. Edited by Miguel López-Remiro. Hardcover

From Atget to Cartier-Bresson
A poetic and philosophical journey through the history of street photography. Clive Scott explores its artistic roots, literary ties, and iconic figures in this richly illustrated study.

A 25th anniversary issue featuring Baldessari, Bove, McElheny & Parreno.
Parkett No. 86 (2009) explores conceptual art through essays, interviews, and artist inserts—an essential volume for collectors and art lovers.

A sculptural artist’s book by Vaclav Pozarek. Sweet Wood (2022) is a minimalist, limited-edition cardboard book blending art, play, and design—ideal for collectors of conceptual and artist books.

Kunstboek over Fons Haagmans’ kleurrijke schilderijen vol symboliek en Limburgse identiteit. Tweetalig, eerste druk, met full-colour reproducties.

A fun and fact-filled journey through fashion history.
Why do we wear clothes? Discover quirky facts, global styles, and cultural insights in this beautifully illustrated book by Helen Hancocks. Ages 7–10.

Een eerbetoon aan de sociaal bewogen fotografie van Peter Martens.
Indringend fotoboek van de zelfkant van de samenleving. Tweetalig (NL/EN), eerste druk, zeldzaam exemplaar.

A poetic journey through landscapes shaped by time and nature.
Richard Long’s Cold Stones captures the essence of land art through photography, sculpture, and text. Exhibition catalogue from CAC Málaga, 2016. First edition

How Japan’s Pop Culture Conquered the World
In Pure Invention, Matt Alt explores how Japan’s gadgets, games, and characters reshaped global culture—transforming how we connect, cope, and create.

A mixed-media memoir of girlhood and identity.
Katie Prock’s limited-edition photobook blends collage, family photos, and poetic prose to explore memory, faith, and female bonds. A visual and emotional journey.

Gerard Ifert Ektachromes 1953–1954
Hardcover
First Edition, 2019
A vivid photographic journey through 1950s Paris by Swiss designer Gérard Ifert. A visual gem for lovers of street photography, design, and urban aesthetics.