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Lot of 7 Mid-Century Modern Design Books

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Lot of 7 Mid-Century Modern Design Books. Titles include Werner Graff's Es Kommt der Neue Fotograf, J. Pesci Photo & Advertising, 2 books on 1940's posters, and Walter Diethelm's Form & Communication.

Dimensions range from 7.25 in h x 10 in w x 1.25 in d to 12 in h x 10 in w x .75 in d. Condition is good with discoloration, wear to bindings, browning and fragile paper. However, we do not inspect each book cover to cover and they are sold as-is.

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12 x 10 x 0.75 in

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Lot of 7 Mid-Century Modern Design Books

Name: Lot of 7 Mid-Century Modern Design Books
SKU: 164633798
Price: 225 USD
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