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James McMullan has illustrated books, magazine articles and covers, record covers, postage stamps, and more than eighty posters for theatrical productions at New York’s Lincoln Center. In 1986 McMullan traveled to Southern California on an assignment for an advertising campaign. There he began work on a series of paintings for a Beach Resort in Orange County. While the project didn’t allow him the creative freedom he normally had, McMullan still managed to bring his artistic flair to the images. Here is a small collection of original art that grew out of that project. They are followed by a few children’s books he illustrated, a biography and a book covering his famous posters. Availability subject to prior sale.

Entrance to a Newport Beach Resort with pueblo-style adobe architecture. A man a woman are headed to tennis courts. It's a lovely day at the Resort. — Resort Entrance (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART) SIGNED

Tranquility reins in this picturesque watercolor of a Newport Beach Resort entrance. Greenery and palm trees add elegance to the landscape. A couple with tennis rackets in hand, appear to be making their way to the courts. SIGNED. Read More

$1,000.00

James McMullan painting shows guests enjoying resort amenities in the lobby. A huge picture window of a bay as a backdrop. Rough version. Unsigned. — Resort Lobby (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART)

Guests enjoying the amenities while sitting at a table in the Resort lobby. There is a spouting-fountain adding to the ambiance. A huge picture window offers a view of sail boats on the bay. Land is barely visible in the distance. This is a rough of a more finished piece McMullan did later. Unsigned. Read More

$800.00

Guests are enjoying the amenities of a ocean resort lobby. They sit by a huge picture window with a view of a bay as a backdrop. Finish. Signed. — Resort Lobby (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART) SIGNED.

Guests enjoying the amenities while sitting at a table in the Resort lobby. Behind them a huge picture window with a view of several sail boats and the breakwater in the bay. The lobby has a spouting-fountain adding to the ambiance. This is a finished piece. SIGNED. Read More

$1000.00

Lovely watercolor of a resort dock. Several boats are in slips. A dinghy floats in the foreground. A man is bent over, handling a mooring line. — Resort Dock (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART) SIGNED

Dockside at the Resort Marina. There are several boats in slips plus a dinghy floating at the ready. A bike leans against one of the pillings. A man is bent over, handling the mooring line of a boat. SIGNED. Read More

$1000.00

In this view #1, the greenery is bigger than views #2 and #3, making the resort less exposed. Boaters are on the bay, sail boats in the forefront. Resort in background. The sky is blue. — Resort Bayside View #1 (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART)

Resort Bayside View #1: Boating and sailing on the bay. Only some sail panel seams are distinct, other sails are smooth. It appears to be early in the day. The Resort in background is framed in front by large, impressionistic greenery. Several palm trees add to the ambiance.This is a rough. Unsigned. Read More

$800.00

Boating view #2. McMullan's painting gives one the sense of experiencing boating and sailing on the bay. A bayside, modern adobe-style resort in the background. SIGNED. — Resort Bayside View #2 (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART) SIGNED

Resort Bayside View #2. McMullan’s painting gives one the sense of experiencing boating and sailing on the bay. The sails are smooth. It appears to be mid-day. The bayside, modern adobe-style resort in the background is more exposed than in View #1. The impressionistic greenery is smaller than view #1, the palm trees are more visible. SIGNED. Read More

$1000.00

Boating and sailing on the bay. In this view #3 the blue sky is a little darker. The colors deeper. The sails have distinct panel seams. The bay-side, modern adobe-style resort is in the background. SIGNED. — Resort Bayside View #3 (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART) SIGNED

Resort Bayside View #3. The colorful sails have distinct panel seams. The importance of motor boats is diminished. The bay-side, modern adobe-style Resort in the background is more visible. Overall, the colors are deeper than earlier versions. The blue sky is a little bluer. The greenery is more diversified, the palm trees have fuller fronds and fruit. SIGNED. Read More

$1000.00

This painting shows the bay-side resort from the bay. People relaxing aboard sail boats are in the foreground. — Newport Resort Bayside View #4 (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART)

Resort Bayside View #4. It shows much more of the Resort from the bay. The tops of umbrellas on a terrace are visible, as are more facilities. Sail boats and motor boats fill the foreground. This painting was a finish and was used on a brochure, magazine ad and a billboard. Unsigned. Read More

$1000.00

James McMullan painting shows resort guests relaxing by a stone fireplace, enjoying drinks while the sun sets on the bay beyond the big picture window. — Resort Lobby with Fireplace (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART) SIGNED

McMullan’s painting shows Resort guests having drinks while sitting by a stone fireplace in the lobby. A basket of fruit on a nearby table. From a glass wall, a view of the bay. The sun is setting. A ship crossing the bay can be spotted in the distance and beyond it a tree-covered land mass. Unsigned. Read More

$800.00

A painting of the driveway and landscaping leading up to the entrance of the Resort. The building has an adobe revival style architecture. Very classic looking. — Newport Resort Entrance (ORIGINAL WATERCOLOR ART) SIGNED.

This painting features the driveway and landscaping leading up to the entrance of the Resort. The Resort architecture is a take on classic Pueblo Revival style. The landscape achieves an “oasis effect” by the use of various palm species. It feels clean, classic, high-end. SIGNED. Read More

$1000.00

This painting features a couple dining at a table on the patio with sailing boats on the bay behind them — Resort Couple Lunching on Patio (ORIGINAL B&W WATERCOLOR ART)

Black and white painting of a couple enjoying lunch on a patio. Sail boats on the bay in the background. A yellow flower adds a slight touch of color. Published newspaper ad. Unsigned. Read More

$800.00

The image of a Spanish pueblo style cupola sided by palms trees with a calm, blue sky. The image suggests an oasis awaits you. Published. Unsigned. Read More

$800.00

Noel is a student in ballet class eagerly looking forward to their production of the Nutcracker. She dreams about being a star. She's sadly disappointed to find she's been cast as a tree. — Nutcracker Noel

The picture of Noel as the tree in the Nutcracker with snow falling and the main snow queen dancing on stage is so beautiful, you might find yourself wanting to see the whole ballet. Read More

$15.00

James McMullan was born in Tsingtao, North China, in 1934, the grandson of missionaries.As a little boy, Jim took for granted a privileged life of household servants, rickshaw rides, and picnics on the shore until World War II erupted and life changed drastically. Escape and survival became the reason for moving to many countries and cities. — Leaving China : an artist paints his World War II childhood.

Born in China, as a little boy, Jim took for granted a privileged life until World War II erupted and life changed drastically. Escape and survival became the reason for moving to many countries and cities. Read More

$20.00

Reference photographs, sketches, and alternate versions illustrate McMullan's search for the perfect visual metaphor. Well-illustrated throughout in color. — The Theater Posters of James McMullan

The Theater Posters of James McMullan is an illuminating collection of thirty-six posters from 1976 forward. Reference photographs, sketches, and alternate versions illustrate McMullan’s search for the perfect visual metaphor. Well-illustrated throughout in color. Read More

$40.00

McMullen depicts the process of arriving at an illustration, often starting with a photo in 29 different assignments, editing, changing, adding elements, ending in cover art, brochure, etc. — Revealing Illustrations: The Art of James McMullan

McMullan depicts the process of arriving at an illustration, often starting with a photo in 29 different assignments, editing, changing, adding elements, ending in cover art, brochure, etc. Read More

$50.00

Memini, a 1500 year old wizard is found by Mary. Mary and her friend Andrew enjoy and learn from Memini. The story blends fantasy with the realities of childhood. — In A Forgotten Place

Doris Orgel’s poetic tale blends magic with an extraordinary quality of reality. Mary finds a 1500 year old wizard, Memini who, in turn, guides Mary and her friend, Andrew, through some of childhood’s stages. Read More

$12.00

Poems based on lassic nursery tales but with a new spin. Definitely not for children. Satire at its best. Sometimes funny. Sometimes poignant. Illustration by McMullan – his first book. Read More

$12.00

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Over 170 titles in this upload. Includes graphic novels, biography and memoirs, music, a lot of children’s illustrated and fiction, American history and regional, poetry, some photography. This batch includes several Lakeside Press books. There’s also a selection of children’s illustrated books by Austrian writer/illustrator Ida Bohatta. Collectors will find some signed books and collectibles. Here’s a sampling. See all these New Arrivals. Availability subject to prior sale.

Turgenevs masterpiece introduces one of literature’s most memorable characters: Bazarov, the nihilist, quintessential insufferable college graduate. — Fathers and Sons

One of the most acclaimed Russian novels of the 19th century. Turgenev’s masterpiece introduces one of literature’s most memorable characters: Bazarov, the nihilist, quintessential insufferable college graduate. Read More

$2000.00

Semi-autobiographic novel by Kurt Vonnegut. It follows the life experiences of Billy Pilgrim, from his early years, to his time as an American soldier and chaplain's assistant during World War II. — Slaughterhouse-Five, or The Children’s Crusade

This celebrated antiwar novel blends science fiction with historical facts, including Vonnegut’s own experience as a prisoner of war in Dresden, Germany, during the Allied firebombing of that city. Considered a modern-day classic. Read More

$150.00

America's most eminent Civil War historian, James M. McPherson, paints a masterful account of this pivotal battle, the events that led up to it, and its aftermath. — Crossroads of Freedom: Antietam (SIGNED COPY)

The Battle of Antietam, fought on September 17, 1862, was the bloodiest single day in American history, with more than 6,000 soldiers killed. The Union win reversed the course of the Civil War. Read More

$70.00

Irving is known for his biographical works and such stories as 'Rip Van Winkle' and 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.' "Knickerbocker" is his satrical biography of New York. — Knickerbocker’s History of New York (2 Volumes)

Very funny fake history of New York. Full of satire, irreverence and sprinkled throughout with just enough facts to make it entirely believable. It earned Irving widespread acclaim. Read More

$100.00

What makes Christiana Tillson's humorous memoir different was her background. Tillson's story records the reactions produced upon a refined New England woman by an environment at once predominantly southern and wholly frontier. — A Woman’s Story of Pioneer Illinois

One of three reminiscences by women about pioneer life in mid-Illinois. She tells about the awful food, the worse roads, the crude houses, the illnesses, the isolation. Read More

$180.00

Black Hawk was an American Indian and the Sauk tribe leader. He remained hostile throughout the American advance into the Midwest, aiding the British both in 1812 and beyond, all the way up until his eventual surrender in 1832. — Life of Black Hawk: Ma-Ka-Tai-Me-She-Kia-Kiak

A no holds barred dictated narrative of the great Sauk leader. Black Hawk was hostile to the American advance into the Midwest, aiding the British both in 1812 and beyond. Read More

$180.00

The young men received good food, uniforms, and medical care. At first they lived in tents; later they lived in wooden buildings. Marvelous photos of camp life. — Adirondack Civilian Conservation Corps Camps

History of CCC enrollees and their families. Photos of camp life captures the vitality of the young men who worked throughout the forests of New York State, many in the Adirondacks. Read More

$28.00

We learn in the opening passage of the story that Kira-Kira means “glittering” in Japanese, and that it was Katie’s first word, taught to her by her older sister Lynn. It’s obvious from the beginning that Katie adores her big sister, Lynn. — Kira-Kira (with SIGNED BOOKMARK)

Born in Iowa to Japanese immigrants, Katie and her big sister, Lynn, have a nice childhood until they move to Georgia and their parents become poultry processing plant workers. Newbery Award winner. Read More

$200.00

Shakespeare's romantic comedy about four young lovers. Near fine copy. Includes six stunning full color chromolithographic plates by Julius Hoppner, who was well known for his fairy and fantasy illustrations. — A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Shakespeare’s romantic comedy about four young lovers. Includes six stunning full color chromolithographic plates by Julius Hoppner, well known for his fairy and fantasy illustrations. Near fine copy. Read More

$500.00

James Syme, an Edinburgh surgeon, was a pre-eminent British surgeon during Edinburgh’s golden age of surgery.. — James Syme, Regius Professor of Surgery

As a student Syme devised and published a method of using rubber solution to waterproof silk. He went on to become a master of surgical technique during Edinburgh’s golden age of surgery. Read More

$100.00

The Original Mother Goose's Melody, As First Issued by John Newberry, of London, About A.D. 1760, **** reprinted by Isaiah Thomas, of Worcester, Mass. About A.D. 1785, With Introductory Notes by William H. Whitmore. lllustrated throughout with reproductions of original woodcuts. — Original Mother Goose’s Melody as Issued by John Newbery, etc.

The Original Mother Goose’s Melody, As First Issued by John Newberry about A.D. 1760. Reprinted by Isaiah Thomas, of Worcester, Mass. Reproduced in fac-simile, from the first Worcester edition, with Introductory Notes by William H. Whitmore. Read More

$120.00

These sermons represent the core theological insights of one of the most influential figures in Christian history. Wesley transformed religious practice and inspired the Methodist movement. — Sermons on Several Occasions (2 Vols.)

Collection of sermons by the founder of the Methodist Church is a classic of Christian literature and provides an inspiring and insightful look at Wesley’s theology and philosophy. Read More

$200.00

Illustrated with Fink's black & white full page images of his friends back in the 1958 . A book of what the life was to be a free spirit in the world of the Beats when drugs, anger and poetry ruled their culture. — The Beats

Illustrated with Fink’s black & white full page images of his friends back in 1958. A book of what the life was to be a free spirit in the world of the Beats when drugs, anger and poetry ruled their culture. Read More

$80.00

Aside from discussing Vietnam war, poets Duncan and Levertov often wrote to each other about other now famous poets in less than flattering terms. — The Letters of Robert Duncan and Denise Levertov

Duncan wrote the landmark essay “The Homosexual in Society.” is often identified with Black Mountain College. Denise Levertov, award-winning poet, was heavily influenced by the Black Mountain poets. Read More

$40.00

A disastrous wedding night. Both are virgins. Both have very embarrassing sexual dysfunctions. Set in the 1960s. Before the sexual revolution. — On Chesil Beach (SIGNED COPY)

In 1962 England, a young couple find their idyllic romance colliding with issues of sexual freedom and societal pressure, leading to an awkward and fateful wedding night. Selected for the 2007 Booker Prize shortlist. Read More

$50.00

How a couple, two high-strung but basically good people make themselves utterly miserable. — Angels Go Naked (SIGNED COPY)

About an impossible marriage. Margy and Webster, two intense and high-strung people, can’t live with or without each other. She wants children, he is obsessed with the damage billions of people are doing to the planet. Read More

$28.00

Her work is often characterized by meticulous detail and soft colors. Bohatta-Morpurgo illustrated more than 70 books, many of which were beloved in her native Austria and Germany, as well as other parts of Europe. — Bow Wow

Eight brief poems written from the various points of view of eight different dogs. Austrian children’s author and artist Ida Bohatta became known for her unique ability to bring a world of tiny, magical beings to life. Read More

$30.00

Violet La Mont's illustrations are woven throughout the text. These vintage pictures, which were created in the 1950s, show beautiful costumes and boys and girls dancing in both practice and performance.

Children will be introduced to ballet terms, the five positions, the seven basic movements, the role of the composer and choreographer, the history of ballet, and more. French text. Read More

$15.00

In 1946, Caniff won the first Cartoonist of the Year Award from the National Cartoonists Society for his work on Terry and the Pirates. The strip was read by 31 million newspaper subscribers between 1934 and 1946. Read More

$150.00

Ed Young, illustrator of more than eighty books for children, seventeen of which he also wrote, said that his work was inspired by the philosophy of Chinese painting. — Monkey King

A gorgeous rendition of the classic Chinese tale of the Monkey King about a monkey born from a rock with magical powers and about the mischief he gets into and the lessons he learns. Read More

$18.00

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