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Edmund New: Illustrator

Edmund New specialized in pen and ink drawings of rural and urban landscapes, old buildings and architecture, and also designed bookplates. Read more about the famous illustrator in this week's blog.

Illustrations by J.R.R. Tolkien

Few realize that Tolkien, who self-illustrated many of his famous works, was as much an artist of pictures as he was of words. 

Garth Williams: Beloved Children’s Book Illustrator

Garth Williams was a beloved children’s book illustrator with a talent for bringing characters to life through playful pen strokes and fantastical animal depictions.

John Bachelder: Publisher, Artist, Historian

John Bachelder (1825-1894) was a painter, lithographer, photographer and historian. Read more about his work in this week's blog.

Army Air Force Fighter Planes, Used for Recruitment

U. S. Army Air Forces recruitment posters showcased the dizzying array of aircrafts flown during the war, emphasized the technological might of American air power, and helped American men feel like...

1847 Pictorial Map of the U.S.

Maps are a beautiful and unique way to look at our history as a country. Every map tells a story about our development and discoveries. This 1847 "Pictorial Map of the United States" by Ensign and ...

Illustrations in Jane Austen's Works

Starting in the 1890s, printing technology and art converged, resulting in handsome illustrated editions of the Jane Austen novels, all lavishly decorated.

38-star Flags of Different Shapes, Sizes, and Star Patterns

38-star American flags celebrate when Colorado became a state. Read more about these flags on this week’s blog.

American-made Cigar Humidors

Looking for a great gift for a cigar lover? We have just the thing to impress. These are our custom, American-made cigar humidors!

First Edition Printings of Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little

New into our shops are first edition printings Charlotte’s Web and Stuart Little.