Saul Steinberg - Lot with 3 books - 1945-2005





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Lot with 3 Saul Steinberg books including The Passport (1949, first edition), Steinberg’s Umgang mit Menschen (1945, German edition), and Steinberg at the New Yorker (2005, hardcover, 240 pages).
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Unique Saul Steinberg Lot – 3 Special Editions (1945–2005)
An exceptional opportunity for collectors and lovers of illustration art: this carefully curated lot contains three exceptional works by the legendary illustrator Saul Steinberg, whose iconic style is inextricably linked to The New Yorker.
This set provides a wonderful overview of Steinberg's artistic development – from rare postwar publications to a richly illustrated survey.
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1- The Passport – First Edition (1949)
Publisher: Harper & Brothers
An original first edition from 1949 of The Passport, Steinberg's early and influential work.
This book marks an important period in his career and contains his characteristic satirical and playful line work.
Highly sought after by collectors.
Historically significant publication.
Authentic postwar publication
A rare chance to acquire an early work by this master illustrator.
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Steinberg’s Dealing with People (1945)
Publisher: Rowohlt Verlag GmbH
A particularly early German edition from 1945, published directly after the Second World War.
This edition is historically interesting and shows how Steinberg's work spread internationally.
Early European edition
Culturally and historically valuable.
Hard to find in complete condition.
A fascinating document from the immediate postwar period.
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3-Steinberg at the New Yorker (2005) – Hardcover
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
240 pages
A richly illustrated hardcover edition that bundles Steinberg's iconic contributions to The New Yorker.
This survey work shows the breadth of his body of work and confirms his lasting influence on graphic art and satire.
240 pages
Luxury hardcover edition
Overview of his legendary period at The New Yorker.
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Over Saul Steinberg
Saul Steinberg (1914–1999) was one of the most influential illustrators of the 20th century. His work appeared for decades in The New Yorker and today it is in the collections of leading museums worldwide.
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Why this plot is special
• Combines early, rare editions (1945 & 1949)
• Including a modern standard reference work (2005)
Interesting for collectors of illustration, satire, and New Yorker-related works
• Strong investment value
A unique opportunity to acquire three major Steinberg publications in one lot.
Unique Saul Steinberg Lot – 3 Special Editions (1945–2005)
An exceptional opportunity for collectors and lovers of illustration art: this carefully curated lot contains three exceptional works by the legendary illustrator Saul Steinberg, whose iconic style is inextricably linked to The New Yorker.
This set provides a wonderful overview of Steinberg's artistic development – from rare postwar publications to a richly illustrated survey.
⸻
1- The Passport – First Edition (1949)
Publisher: Harper & Brothers
An original first edition from 1949 of The Passport, Steinberg's early and influential work.
This book marks an important period in his career and contains his characteristic satirical and playful line work.
Highly sought after by collectors.
Historically significant publication.
Authentic postwar publication
A rare chance to acquire an early work by this master illustrator.
⸻
Steinberg’s Dealing with People (1945)
Publisher: Rowohlt Verlag GmbH
A particularly early German edition from 1945, published directly after the Second World War.
This edition is historically interesting and shows how Steinberg's work spread internationally.
Early European edition
Culturally and historically valuable.
Hard to find in complete condition.
A fascinating document from the immediate postwar period.
⸻
3-Steinberg at the New Yorker (2005) – Hardcover
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
240 pages
A richly illustrated hardcover edition that bundles Steinberg's iconic contributions to The New Yorker.
This survey work shows the breadth of his body of work and confirms his lasting influence on graphic art and satire.
240 pages
Luxury hardcover edition
Overview of his legendary period at The New Yorker.
⸻
Over Saul Steinberg
Saul Steinberg (1914–1999) was one of the most influential illustrators of the 20th century. His work appeared for decades in The New Yorker and today it is in the collections of leading museums worldwide.
⸻
Why this plot is special
• Combines early, rare editions (1945 & 1949)
• Including a modern standard reference work (2005)
Interesting for collectors of illustration, satire, and New Yorker-related works
• Strong investment value
A unique opportunity to acquire three major Steinberg publications in one lot.

