2013rif. CNAP098bSan Francisco: The Arion Press 2013. Hardcover. New. Kara Walker. Quarto 12-5/8 by 9-3/4 inches 136 pages. Prints editioned by Derrière L’Etoile Studio NYC under the supervision of Maurice Sanchez. Bound with red leather spine and printed cotton sides in slipcase. Edition of 400 numbered and signed copies for sale. Additional suite of four lithographs different from the images in the book signed and numbered by the artist. This artist book of Porgy & Bess the libretto by DuBose Heyward and Ira Gershwin is the occasion for Kara Walker’s first series of lithographs. The book contains 16 lithographs with another four images not in the book in a separate portfolio. Porgy & Bess has been controversial since its premiere in 1935; Kara Walker is known for her controversial art on themes of race violence and American history. In her Artist’s Statement she says of the characters: "they’ve become archetypes of another no less grand drama that of: ‘American Negroes drawn up by white authors and retooled by individual actors amid charges of racism and counter charges of high-art on stage and screen in the face of social and political upheaval over generations." This fraught status along with memories of her mother’s reaction to a cast recording led her to render them in a straightforward way "…more an homage to the feeling of the music. And to that feeling I had as a child of a heavy atmosphere hanging around a timeless act of love." ___POSTAGE: International customers please note that additional postage may apply as the standard does not always cover costs; please inquire for details. ___Swan's Fine Books is pleased to be a member of the ABAA ILAB and IOBA and we stand behind every book we sell. Please contact us with any questions you may have we are here to help. The Arion Press hardcover books
rif. CNAP098aSan Francisco: The Arion Press 2013. Hardcover. New. Walker Kara. Quarto 12-5/8 by 9-3/4 inches 136 pages. Prints editioned by Derrière L'Etoile Studio NYC under the supervision of Maurice Sanchez. Bound with red leather spine and printed cotton sides in slipcase. Edition of 400 numbered and signed copies for sale. This artist book of Porgy & Bess the libretto by DuBose Heyward and Ira Gershwin is the occasion for Kara Walker's first series of lithographs. The book contains 16 lithographs Porgy & Bess has been controversial since its premiere in 1935; Kara Walker is known for her controversial art on themes of race violence and American history. In her Artist's Statement she says of the characters: "they've become archetypes of another no less grand drama that of: 'American Negroes drawn up by white authors and retooled by individual actors amid charges of racism and counter charges of high-art on stage and screen in the face of social and political upheaval over generations." This fraught status along with memories of her mother's reaction to a cast recording led her to render them in a straightforward way ".more an homage to the feeling of the music. And to that feeling I had as a child of a heavy atmosphere hanging around a timeless act of love." ___POSTAGE: International customers please note that additional postage may apply as the standard does not always cover costs; please inquire for details. ___Swan's Fine Books is pleased to be a member of the ABAA ILAB and IOBA and we stand behind every book we sell. Please contact us with any questions you may have we are here to help. The Arion Press hardcover books
rif. 0571530850.Gsheet_music. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. unknown
1942rif. ABE-12844859881942 The stunning Gershwin opera/musical that swept the world is commemorated here in this large format 20 page souvenir programme for the second Broadway production widely regarded as the greatest production of this work ever. Many original cast members starred in it including the great Todd Duncan in the lead role. Many photographs are included but the chief glory is the wonderful Hirschfield cover design and drawing. The back page has a repaired tear but this is otherwise a great collectable. Language: eng Language: eng 0.0 Language: eng 0.0 Language: eng 0.0 Language: eng. Soft cover. Very Good. paperback
rif. CNAP098aSan Francisco: The Arion Press 2013. Hardcover. New. Walker Kara. Quarto 12-5/8 by 9-3/4 inches 136 pages. Prints editioned by Derrière L'Etoile Studio NYC under the supervision of Maurice Sanchez. Bound with red leather spine and printed cotton sides in slipcase. Edition of 400 numbered and signed copies for sale. This artist book of Porgy & Bess the libretto by DuBose Heyward and Ira Gershwin is the occasion for Kara Walker's first series of lithographs. The book contains 16 lithographs Porgy & Bess has been controversial since its premiere in 1935; Kara Walker is known for her controversial art on themes of race violence and American history. In her Artist's Statement she says of the characters: "they've become archetypes of another no less grand drama that of: 'American Negroes drawn up by white authors and retooled by individual actors amid charges of racism and counter charges of high-art on stage and screen in the face of social and political upheaval over generations." This fraught status along with memories of her mother's reaction to a cast recording led her to render them in a straightforward way ".more an homage to the feeling of the music. And to that feeling I had as a child of a heavy atmosphere hanging around a timeless act of love." ___POSTAGE: International customers please note that additional postage may apply as the standard does not always cover costs; please inquire for details. ___Swan's Fine Books is pleased to be a member of the ABAA ILAB and IOBA and we stand behind every book we sell. Please contact us with any questions you may have we are here to help. The Arion Press hardcover
2013rif. CNAP098bSan Francisco: The Arion Press 2013. Hardcover. New. Kara Walker. Quarto 12-5/8 by 9-3/4 inches 136 pages. Prints editioned by Derrière L’Etoile Studio NYC under the supervision of Maurice Sanchez. Bound with red leather spine and printed cotton sides in slipcase. Edition of 400 numbered and signed copies for sale. Additional suite of four lithographs different from the images in the book signed and numbered by the artist. This artist book of Porgy & Bess the libretto by DuBose Heyward and Ira Gershwin is the occasion for Kara Walker’s first series of lithographs. The book contains 16 lithographs with another four images not in the book in a separate portfolio. Porgy & Bess has been controversial since its premiere in 1935; Kara Walker is known for her controversial art on themes of race violence and American history. In her Artist’s Statement she says of the characters: "they’ve become archetypes of another no less grand drama that of: ‘American Negroes drawn up by white authors and retooled by individual actors amid charges of racism and counter charges of high-art on stage and screen in the face of social and political upheaval over generations." This fraught status along with memories of her mother’s reaction to a cast recording led her to render them in a straightforward way "…more an homage to the feeling of the music. And to that feeling I had as a child of a heavy atmosphere hanging around a timeless act of love." ___POSTAGE: International customers please note that additional postage may apply as the standard does not always cover costs; please inquire for details. ___Swan's Fine Books is pleased to be a member of the ABAA ILAB and IOBA and we stand behind every book we sell. Please contact us with any questions you may have we are here to help. The Arion Press hardcover
rif. 19-2028Leningrad - Moscow: Everyman Opera 1955 - 1956. 8vo. 19 pp. illus. Very Good; Stapled Paper Wraps. Cover pages rubbed and lightly soiled. Text in Russian. Rare copy. Leningrad - Moscow: [Everyman Opera], 1955 - 1956. paperback
2008rif. Q-0739056816Alfred Music 2008-09-01. Paperback. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Alfred Music paperback
2008rif. DADAX0739056816Alfred Music 2008-09-01. paperback. New. 8.86x0.16x11.62. Buy with confidence. Excellent Customer Service & Return policy. Alfred Music paperback
2007rif. 48659Jvc (Fenn Music), 2007. JM-XR24047 CD Digipak
1983rif. 341505New York: Playbill 1983. Softcover. Near Fine. Playbill program. April 1983. 82 pp. 22 cm. Near fine in stapled wrappers. Printed for the original run at the St. James Theatre on Broadway. Winner of multiple 1983 Tony awards with Twiggy and Tommy Tune and Charles "Honi" Coles in the lead roles. Playbill unknown books
1936rif. 181291936. Playbill from American folk opera "Porgy and Bess" composed by George Gershwin. Philadelphia 1936. Measures 6 x 9 inches. 4 pages. Includes full production credits cast list scene synopsis and list of musical numbers. From the post-Broadway tour stop at the Forrest Theatre in Philadelphia. The play featured a cast of classically trained African-American singers a risk on Broadway where it was initially unpopular. It would remain relatively obscure until a 1976 production in Houston received rave reviews and helped make this opera one of the best known and most frequently performed since. The story follows Porgy a disabled black beggar living in the slums of Charleston where he tries to rescue his beloved Bess from an abusive lover. Known for composing classics like "Rhapsody in Blue" George Gershwin deviated from category with "Porgy and Bess" a commercial failure for decades until time redeemed it. Faint middle crease where playbill was folded. Very good condition. unknown books
1936rif. 181291936. Playbill from American folk opera "Porgy and Bess" composed by George Gershwin. Philadelphia 1936. Measures 6 x 9 inches. 4 pages. Includes full production credits cast list scene synopsis and list of musical numbers. From the post-Broadway tour stop at the Forrest Theatre in Philadelphia. The play featured a cast of classically trained African-American singers a risk on Broadway where it was initially unpopular. It would remain relatively obscure until a 1976 production in Houston received rave reviews and helped make this opera one of the best known and most frequently performed since. The story follows Porgy a disabled black beggar living in the slums of Charleston where he tries to rescue his beloved Bess from an abusive lover. Known for composing classics like "Rhapsody in Blue" George Gershwin deviated from category with "Porgy and Bess" a commercial failure for decades until time redeemed it. Faint middle crease where playbill was folded. Very good condition. unknown
rif. 0571516440.Gsheet_music. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book. unknown
2003rif. Q-0571516238FABER & FABER 2003-01-01. Paperback. New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! FABER & FABER paperback
rif. 449039Chappell &Co Ltd. Paperback. Fair. Piano Selection "Porgy and Bess" by George GershwinA piano selection of sheet music from the 1959 film version of the opera Porgy and Bess. The music was composed by George Gershwin with a libretto by DuBose Heyward and lyrics by DuBose Heyward and Ira Gershwin. Chappell &Co Ltd paperback
1923rif. 79332Editions Francis Salabert | Paris 1923 | 27.20 x 35.30 cm | une feuille rempliée
1928rif. 79327Editions Francis Salabert | Paris 1928 | 27 x 34.90 cm | une feuille rempliée et une libre
1988rif. 1103921988
1937rif. 108384Chappell 1937
1923rif. 105460Salabert 1923
1919rif. 12145Francis Day 1919
