RARE 1930s 2 Vol. 1st Ed. EDWARD STEICHEN FIRST/SECOND PICTURE BOOK Photogravure

Description: - Rare Combined First Editions - THE FIRST PICTURE BOOK / THE SECOND PICTURE BOOK By Mary Steichen Martin Illustrated With Photographs by EDWARD STEICHEN First edition thus, combined edition: The First Picture Book and The Second Picture Book bound together, as issued (2 volumes bound as 1). Prepared by Mary Steichen Martin with each volume illustrated with Edward Steichen's photographs for children. [First Edition(s)*] New York: Harcourt, Brace and Company, (1930) & (1931). Hardcover in photo-pictorial boards (the First on front cover, the Second on rear) and red cloth spine strip. Square octavo (measures 8-1/2 x 7-1/2 inches); unpaginated, 112 pages total, each vol. having 56 pages illustrated with 24 full page photographs printed one side only, the First in gravure, the Second in photogravure. Offered as-is, with two plates torn in half (other halves missing) and at least one other with closed tear, plus soiling, age-toning, worn boards, owner bookplate, and other flaws. Plates, other than those mentioned, in good condition. "In both the First Picture Book and Second Picture Book Steichen collaborated with his physician daughter to create a very modern picture book for toddlers showing objects that they would be familiar with, such as as high chairs, scooters, teddy bears, images of childish artwork, etc. Steichen's photographs evince a stillness and almost memorial view of these objects of childhood, and some even approach the surreal (one photo of painted wooden balls is echoed in shot of a pile of picture books). Mary Steichen Martin's instructional text to parents includes backing the photogravures with "strong, gummed linen paper" to make them more durable in the hands of children, but thankfully, this advice was not taken with this copy." * First Edition identification, Harcourt, Brace & Co. (1921-1960): From 1921 to 1931 did not state on first printings. In about 1931 it started putting "First Edition" or First American Edition" on the copyright page. In many instances, it did not state later printings but took the first-edition statement off after the first printing. Shipping @ $6.95 anywhere Mainland USA; expedited and insured shipping available. International bidders are welcome but please note that painting will be shipped without the frame to save postage costs. International Buyers – Please Note: Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check prior to bidding/buying concerning shipping charges as well as with your country’s customs office to determine what any additional costs will be.”

Price: 225 USD

Location: Silver Spring, Maryland

End Time: 2025-02-07T02:45:19.000Z

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