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HERBERT HOOVER 1ST EDITION AMERICAN INDIVIDUALISM BOOK, MANUSCRIPT
RARE ORIGINAL CARBON COPY OF A WORKING MANUSCRIPT FOR THE BOOK 'AMERICAN INDIVIDUALISM' BY HERBERT HOOVER TOGETHER WITH A 1922 FIRST EDITION COPY OF THE BOOK. Some text differences indicate the manuscript to have been written prior to the first publication of his book on American Individualism in 1922 as can be viewed by Hoover's commenting on the war in present tense in the manuscript ('Our conduct in this war stands out as no other period in history for the universality of our service to our neighbors'--page 6 in the manuscript) and in past tense in the book ('The war itself in its last stages was a conflict of social philosophies'--page 1 in the book). Certainly the book was influenced by the manuscript as can be viewed by the similarity of the text including verbatim text in both the speech and the book such as 'Our individualism is rooted in our very nature. It is based on conviction born of experience. Equal opportunity, the demand for a fair chance, became the formula of American individualism, because that was the method of American achievement.' which can be found on the first page of the manuscript and page 65 in the book, 'the character, the courage, and the divine touch' which can be found on the last page of the manuscript and from a keynote paragraph in the book--see quote on dustjacket, and 'that opportunity for which the spirit of America stands' which can be found on the last page of the manuscript and on the last page of the book. The manuscript is 6 and 1/4 pages in length on tissue paper in blue ink and includes typed corrections throughout. On the top right corner of the first page is 'Hoover' in blue pencil.
The manuscript was prepared by prominent American journalist Mark Sullivan (1874-1952). Sullivan was a good friend and confidant to Herbert Hoover. The manuscript was kept in the files of Mark Sullivan.
Mark Sullivan was considered one of the most widely respected journalists of his day corresponding with Presidents Theodore Roosevelt, William Taft, Woodrow Wilson, Warren Harding, Calvin Coolidge and Herbert Hoover. Sullivan was also a confidant to Theodore Roosevelt as well as a good friend and confidant to Herbert Hoover. In addition to Presidents, Sullivan corresponded with many notable politicians, businessmen and literary figures of the day including Arthur Conan Doyle who he was good friends with as well as Henry Ford, Thomas Edison, Orville Wright and many other prominent and influential people from the 1890's to mid 1900's.
Sullivan wrote and published between 1926-1935 a six volume book by the title 'Our Times 1900-1925' which chronicled the social and political history of America from the 1890's to 1920's.
Sullivan correspondence can be found archived in the manuscript division of the Library of Congress and in the Herbert Hoover Institution Archives.
Sullivan would frequently assist Hoover with the preparation of speeches and addresses.
The book with blue cloth binding and gilt lettering retains the original dust jacket and is in very good condition over-all with some occasional light spotty discoloration near the inner margin on several of the pages. The dust jacket is in good condition with some ink markings on the cover.
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ORIGINAL STAGE DESIGN PAINTING DONE BY FRENCH ARTIST ERTE, 1938
Painting titled 'South Sea Islands' done using gouache paints and pencil by French artist Romaine De Tirtoff Conte Erte (1892-1990).
The painting which depicts a costume or stage design was done in 1938. Approximate painted figure dimensions are 11"h x 8"w. Approximate visible paper dimensions are 14"h x 10"w to the mat. There are several pinholes in the paper although the painting itself is in excellent condition.
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ORIGINAL EDWARD S. CURTIS AMERICAN INDIAN PHOTOGRAVURE, TABLITA DANCERS SINGERS
Original American Indian photogravure print titled 'Tablita Dancers and Singers-San Ildefonso' done in 1905 from a photograph by American photographer Edward S. Curtis (1868-1952).
The photogravure print is plate number 588 done by photogravure process by the Suffolk Engraving Company of Boston, Mass. It is a first printing done on tissue paper. Approximate image dimensions are 16"w x 12"h. The photogravure is framed in a contemporary frame.
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ORIGINAL EDWARD S. CURTIS AMERICAN INDIAN PHOTOGRAVURE, AT THE POOL CHEYENNE
Original American Indian photogravure print titled 'At The Pool, Animal Dance-Cheyenne' identified as plate number 663 done by photogravure process by the Suffolk Engraving Company of Boston, Mass from a photograph by American photographer Edward S. Curtis (1868-1952). It is a first printing done on Japanese vellum. Approximate image dimensions are 16"w x 12"h. The photogravure is framed in a contemporary frame.
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RARE IMPORTANT SODIRO 1893 ECUADOR FLORA BOTANY BOOK CRYPTOGAMAE
Rare and important first edition book by the title Cryptogamae published by Typis Universitatis of Quiti in 1893 containing information on important and rare flora and ferns of Ecuador with extensive descriptions and good illustrations of taxonomically important parts and keys to the various species. The book was compiled and written by Jesuit priest and botanist Aloisio "Luis" Sodiro (1836-1909).
The book is comprised of 656 numbered pages plus an index and seven lithographic plates at the end. The binding appears to be original with marbled paper covered boards and red leather covered spine with gilt lettering.
The binding is in fair to good condition with rubbed surface wear especially on the edges and bumped corners. An owner's inscription and other markings in ink are on the front free page and title page. The interior text is in fine condition with the pages tannish toned from age. There are some spots of discoloration to some of the first pages of the book.
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2 SIGNED AUTOGRAPHED BOOKS ERICA JONG FEAR OF FLYING, LOVEROOT
Two books by Erica Jong including 'Fear of Flying'which is inscribed by Erica Jong in blue ink 'For Jim-Come fly with me-with all good wishes & much friendship-Erica'.
The book with dust jacket is a book club edition originally published in 1973. The book binding and interior text are in fine condition. The dust jacket is in good condition over-all with some tears, the largest of which is 1.5" in length. The dust jacket also has some fold creases.
The second book by Erica Jong is 'Loveroot' and is signed by her in blue ink. Stated on the copyright page is 'First Edition'. It was published in 1975.
The book and dust jacket are in excellent condition with just a few very small wrinkles on the dust jacket. The price quoted is for both books.
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WHEELWRIGHTS ETCHING BY BRITISH ARTIST ERIC HUBBARD
Etching by the title 'The Wheelwrights' by British artist Eric Hesketh Hubbard (1892-1957). The etching is signed in pencil on the lower margin along with 'No. 17 of 50 Proofs'. Approximate plate image dimensions are 7"w x 5.75"h. Approximate sheet dimensions are 9"w x 7.5"h. The etching is in fine condition.
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FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA WASHINGTON TOMB ETCHING BY ERNEST DAVID ROTH
Etching by German/American artist Ernest David Roth (1879-1964) by the title 'Tomb of Mary, Mother of Washington and Meditation Rock'.
The etching was done in 1928 as indicated by the signature and date along with Fredericksburg-Va. in the plate on the lower left corner of the etching. The etching is in excellent condition. Approximate etched plate dimensions are 12.25"w x 10"h. Approximate sheet dimensions are 16"w x 12.75"h.
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ORIGINAL POLITICAL CARTOON ART MINERS HEALTH, WILLIAM BILL CRAWFORD
Original political cartoon art by American political cartoonist William (Bill) Hulfish Crawford (1913-1982) using charcoal and mixed media on stiff paper.
Bill Crawford was voted top editorial cartoonist numerous times by the National Cartoonist Society and he was also nominated for several Pulitzer prizes. Approximate sheet dimensions are 14.5"w x 11"h.
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RARE ORIENTAL CHINESE OR JAPANESE LACQUERED DRUM ON STAND
Rare Oriental Chinese or Japanese lacquered gourd type drum on a stand of diminutive size.
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TRUCK PLATFORM SCENE BY AMERICAN ARTIST JARED FRENCH
Drawing of a loading dock scene done using graphite with white highlights on paper on stiff paperboard backing by American artist Jared French (1905-1987). Measures 22"w x 15"h.
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STUDY FOR PAINTING EVASION BY JARED FRENCH
Study for the painting 'Evasion' done using pencil on paper by American Magic Realism artist Jared French (1905-1987).
The study is of identical size to the painting of the same title which is shown in the book 'Jared French's Myths' by Nancy Grimes measuring approximately 21.5"h x 11.25"w within the paper sheet which measures 25"h x 17"w. The condition is fair considering it is in torn condition.
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TELEGRAM BY DOROTHY CANFIELD FISHER, MONTESSORI
Telegram by American author, educational reformer and social activist Dorothy Canfield Fisher (1879-1958). The telegram which is on tannish colored paper (probably toned from age) measures approximately 6.5"h x 8"w. The telegram is in fine condition with fold crease. |
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AMERICAN ARTIST EVERETT SHINN PASTEL PAINTING, WOMAN AT CHICKEN COOP
Painting depicting a woman at a chicken coop done using pastels on paper by American artist Everett Shinn (1876-1953) in 1899 as indicated by his signature and date. Approximate painted image dimensions are 22"w x 17"h. The painting is framed in a wood frame with gold liner. Has a small bit of paint loss on the fence post to the left of the lower part of the woman's skirt.
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STAGE DOOR PAINTING BY AMERICAN ARTIST EVERETT SHINN
Painting depicting performers waiting in line to go through a stage door done using charcoal and gouache by American artist Everett Shinn (1876-1953) in 1915 as indicated by his signature and date on the painting. Approximate visible painted image dimensions are 18.75"w x 13.75"h. The painting is matted and framed in a black frame. The painting has a Berry-Hill Gallery exhibition label.
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PEN & INK DRAWING OF TWO FIGURES BY AMERICAN ARTIST EVERETT SHINN
Drawing depicting Warren and Harold Shinn done in 1897 using pen and ink by American artist Everett Shinn (1876-1953) as indicated by his signature and date on the drawing. The drawing was possibly done for use as an illustration. Approximate visible image dimensions are 22.5"w x 18.5"h. The drawing is matted and framed in a black frame. There is some age toning to the paper and water staining to the mat.
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RARE 1763 SWORD FENCING ENGRAVING BY HALL AFTER ARTIST JAMES GWYN
Rare engraving depicting a sword fencing scene engraved by Hall after artist James Gwyn. On the credit line below the image is indicated the engraving was published in February 1763. Approximate engraved plate dimensions are 15.25"w x 10.25"h. Approximate sheet dimensions are 17.5"w x 11.75"h. The engraving is in excellent over-all condition with slight toning from age.
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CARL ASHBY NEW YORK ARTIST NUDE ABSTRACT WATERCOLOR PAINTING
Painting depicting a nude done in 1983 in an abstract manner using watercolor paints and pencil on a sheet of paper by New York City artist Carl Ashby (1914-2004).
Ashby studied with Hans Hofmann, George Grosz and Morris Kantor. Exhibitions include the Whitney Museum of American Art.
Approximate sheet dimensions are 12"h x 9"w. There is paper loss on the top corners.
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1860'S ROCKWOOD CIVIL WAR PHOTO ANDERSON RAISING FLAG FORT SUMPTER
Photograph depicting Major Robert Anderson raising the flag at Fort Sumpter. The photograph was done of a painting by Edwin White in 1862 by the title 'Major Anderson Raising the Flag on the Morning of His Taking Possession of Fort Sumter, Dec. 27, 1860'. The photograph measuring approximately 8.25"w x 5.75"h is mounted on a thick card backing with tannish colored perimeter outlined with a line in gold-gilt. Below the line to the left is printed 'G. G. Rockwood' and to the right '839 Broadway N.Y'.
The photograph had been in an old frame of the period and framed along with the photograph was woven fabric pieces comprised of red and white thread. While it would be nice if it were a memento from the original flag there of course is no documentation that it came from the original flag at Fort Sumter.
There is toning of the mount and a water stain on the lower right side of the mount. There is a slight surface crease on the edge of the border on the right side measuring about 3/4 of an inch.
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