The Tempestuous History of Florida
Specialist Peter Costanzo examines books and maps in the Jay I. Kislak Collection that chronicle the complicated history of Florida as a Spanish, British, and American Possession.
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On Brigid, Andy and the Healing Power of Crystals
Specialist Peter Costanzo and Brigid Berlin's close friend Rob Vaczy provide fascinating context to Andy Warhol's crystal that highlights the Estate of Brigid Berlin.
Truman Capote’s Final Appearance in Interview
Peter Costanzo examines a funny letter in the Estate of Brigid Berlin that became Truman Capote's final contribution to Interview along with a draft of his scandal-plagued white whale Answered Prayers.
Freak Power: Hunter S. Thompson for Sheriff
Peter Costanzo examines a scarce poster from gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson's 1970 bid for sheriff of Aspen, Colorado.
Final Selections from the Library of Arnold "Jake" Johnson
After a dozen successful auctions, Specialist Peter Costanzo bids adieu to the vast sporting library of Arnold "Jake" Johnson.
Three Relics of Abraham Lincoln
Specialist Peter Costanzo examines three relics of Lincoln, two with important links to Black history and a fragment of his funeral train car.
On William Safire, Mark Twain and Herman Melville
Word sleuthing collectors will enjoy specialist Peter Costanzo's recollections of William Safire's long running New York Times column On Language as it relates to his collection of American masters Mark Twain and Herman Melville offered in Fine Literature.
The Celeste Holm Collection
Peter Costanzo traces the fascinating life of the legendary star Celeste Holm, whose acclaimed career spanned the Golden Ages of Hollywood and Broadway.
Walt Whitman's Leaves of Grass: The Beginning of a Great Career
Peter Costanzo examines a fine copy of Walt Whitman’s 1855 Brooklyn printed 'Leaves of Grass,' a rare example prepared for England.
Win a Signed First Edition by Dorothea Benton Frank!
We invite you to participate in a book-themed Instagram giveaway in celebration of Best Selling Author Dorothea Benton Frank.
Gordon Parks' America
Peter Costanzo examines the life and work of the photographer Gordon Parks who "saw that the camera could be a weapon against poverty, against racism, against all sorts of social wrongs."
"The Queen of the Ocean - Titanic"
Peter Costanzo examines a rare Titanic railway warrant that highlights the timed auction of Travel, Natural History, Americana & Sporting Books.
Becoming Beatrix Potter
Peter Costanzo chronicles the life of the beloved English writer and illustrator, Beatrix Potter, author of the classic children’s book The Tale of Peter Rabbit. Rare original artwork and letters by Potter highlight the online-only auction of the Mary K. Young Collection.
The Estate of Sylvia Miles
Peter Costanzo profiles the remarkable life of New York actress and "Warhol Superstar" Sylvia Miles, whose estate will be featured in select auctions this Fall.
Oleg Cassini: A Life in Fashion
Peter Costanzo traces the remarkable life of the legendary fashion designer who created Jacqueline Kennedy's signature look as First Lady.
Russell E. Train & the World Wildlife Fund
The online-only auction of books from the Library of Arnold "Jake" Johnson features the published journals of famed conservationist Russell E. Train, founder of the World Wildlife Fund.
Pioneer Narratives
Peter Costanzo profiles some of the fascinating pioneer material in the current online auction of Americana from the Library of Arnold "Jake" Johnson.
F. Scott Fitzgerald and his Jazz Age
Peter Costanzo examines a group of books written by F. Scott Fitzgerald that helped define the Lost Generation.
Native Dancer's 1953 Preakness Stakes Trophy
Peter Costanzo profiles the historic trophy won by Alfred G. Vanderbilt, Jr.'s legendary racehorse, Native Dancer, at the 1953 Preakness Stakes. The trophy achieved $100,000 in the May 23 auction.
Manhattan, 1776
Peter Costanzo examines Bernard Ratzer's rare 1776 map of New York City and other highlights from the Estate of Dr. Leo Hershkowitz.
Ansel Adams: American Master
Peter Costanzo profiles the legendary photographer and examines the Museum Set that will highlight the Photographs auction on December 14.
Painting the Changing Frontier
Peter Costanzo discusses a group of rare 19th century folios with illustrations of Native Americans after works by James Otto Lewis, George Catlin and Karl Bodmer.
Thoreau and James
Peter Costanzo reviews summer exhibitions devoted to American authors Henry David Thoreau and Henry James at The Morgan Library & Museum.
Declaration of Independence
Peter Costanzo further examines and interprets the lasting significance of a 1783 letter from George Washington and his “translation into a private citizen.”
Aileen Mehle: Suzy Says
Peter Costanzo reports on the cognoscenti, glitterati and other celebrities that appear in the correspondence of the famed society columnist.
James Joyce
Specialist Peter Costanzo discusses the early works of James Joyce, whose tumultuous publishing history has provided a gratifying assortment of rare editions for collectors.
The Papers of Brevet Major General John Gross Barnard
Peter Costanzo profiles the papers of the Chief Engineer of the Army of the Potomac responsible for the defense of Washington, DC during the American Civil War.
“Antiquarian Miscellanies”
Peter Costanzo discusses an extensive group of turn-of-the-century clothbound books in the Feb 8 Doyle at Home auction.
Meet the Mets!
The spirit of Nelson Doubleday, Jr. and the New York Mets is brought to life by remembering the most famous night in Mets history
The Doubleday Library
Peter Costanzo discusses the history of Doubleday publishing and the formation of Nelson Doubleday, Jr's remarkable library.
The British Colonies in America, circa 1775
Peter Costanzo provides historical insights into The Hillsborough Colonial Returns, a fascinating contemporary account of Colonies on the eve of the Revolutionary War
“Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness”
Specialist Peter Costanzo discusses a rare, early newspaper printing of the Declaration of Independence from July 10, 1776.