BOOK AUCTION FIRMS
G. A. BAKER & CO., 3 W. 46th St., New York. CITY BOOK AUCTION, 120 Fourth Ave., New York. SAMUEL T. FREEMAN & CO., 1808 Chestnut St., Philadelphia. CHARLES F. HEARTMAN, The Book Farm, Hattiesburg, Miss. J. C. MORGENTHAU & CO., INC., 1 W. 47th St., New York. NEW YORK BOOK AND ART AUCTION CO., 111 W. 57th St., New York. PARKE-BERNET GALLERIES, INC., 30 E. 57th St., New York. PLAZA ART GALLERIES, INC., 9 E. 59th St., New York. ALBERT SAIFER, 142 S. 11th St., Philadelphia, Pa.
They all issue catalogues which are sent to prospective bidders on request, without charge. Parke-Bernet Galleries make a small season charge for catalogues, which is rebated when purchases reach a specified minimum.
Dis Am Sumpin’
As a Christmas greeting, Charles Heartman sent out from his Book Farm, down in Hattiesburg, Miss., a splendidly-printed pamphlet, entitled “Bibliography of the Writings and Speeches of Gabriel Wells, L.H.D.” As less than 200 copies were issued, it will no doubt become a much sought-after item.
About “Cats”
You can’t possibly get in touch with all the rare book, autograph and print dealers that issue catalogues. Which, then, shall you select? Were the question put to us, we would say, “Chose those who have indicated that they really want your patronage by advertising for it.” Every firm using the business columns of THE COLLECTOR’S GUIDE is a top-notcher in his line—not a mossback in the lot. They get out frequent catalogues and lists and will be glad to respond to your requests for copies thereof. Furthermore, it is our careful endeavor to only admit dependable firms to our columns, thus affording you an extra feeling of security when you patronize them.
Your Books and Their Bindings
An illustrated booklet, describing fine and plain hand bindings, is yours for the asking. Beautifully Illustrated, it shows 37 gold-tooled designs on book backs; also de luxe editions. Our prices are moderate.
EGGELING BOOKBINDERY
31 EAST 10th ST. NEW YORK
Do You Like Antiques? If you would like to know More about their origin, Read
AMERICAN COLLECTOR
Illustrated, authoritative articles vividly and interestingly written. Introductory offer: Six months for only $1.00. Mail your remittance to
432 Fourth Avenue,
New York, N. Y.
DESIDERATA
Historical Bindings, Illuminated Manuscripts, Book of Hours, French Eighteenth Century, Early French Classics, General Americana. Books, Autographs, Portraits, etc., relative to Washington, Franklin, Hamilton, Lafayette, etc. Historical and Decorative views, Naval Engagements, Napoleoniana.
E. F. BONAVENTURE
745 Fifth Ave. New York City
Please report at all times
SPORTING BOOKS—AMERICAN & ENGLISH
Good condition essential.
ERNEST R. GEE
35 East 49th St. New York City
You’ll Enjoy This One
“Twenty-Three Books, and the Stories Behind Them” is the title of John T. Winterich’s latest volume, and conveys in its title but meagerly the feast in store for those who wish to get a new slant on a number of the world’s most famous books and the literary geniuses who wrote them. Not only has Mr. Winterich an almost unique research aptitude, but also the magnetic quality of being able to marshal his facts in a sprightly manner. Aside from this, the book has additionally, a fund of definite information for collectors, respecting the rarity and speculative possibilities of the many classics of literature that it deals with. It is a handsomely bound, fully indexed volume of 241 pages and is published by J. B. Lippincott & Co., at $2.50.
Just What Was Needed
The United States Card Collectors’ Catalog will come as a boon to gatherers of various sorts of cards, including tobacco, cigarette, candy, gum, etc. Attention is also given to associated items of silk, leather, and celluloid buttons, to say nothing of special sections devoted to playing cards, post cards, name cards and other non-insert types, tobacco albums, etc. “A pip,” “An admirable piece of research,” “A remarkable feat” are a few expressions of opinion from those who possess a copy. Over three years of preparation were required to compile this 90-page volume. It sells for 50c, and is published by J. R. Burdick, 417 South Crouse Ave., Syracuse, N. Y.
Hearn (Lafcadio). First Editions and Values. A Checklist for Collectors. By Wm. Targ. 12mo, boards, Chicago, 1935. Deluxe edition, limited to 50 copies, printed on Japanese vellum and signed by the compiler. $2.50.
Targ’s American First Editions and Their Prices. 12mo, cloth. Chicago, 1930. Limited to 500 copies. $3.00.
FRANK L. DOUGHERTY
5322 N. Ludlam Ave. Chicago, Illinois