Edward Gorey

A collection of books, cards, posters and other ephemera showcasing the diverse and prolific work of American writer and artist Edward Gorey (1925-2000).

• Sold as a set of more than 170 pieces.
• Edward Gorey (American).
• Includes the following: 89 primary works, or works authored by Gorey; 43 secondary works, or works created by Gorey and one other collaborator; two tertiary works, or works in which Gorey was one contributor among many; 37 works for which Gorey provided typography and/or cover design; and a large collection of ephemera (postcards, posters, toys and games, calendars, etc.) bearing Gorey’s designs, many created during his lifetime but some released after his death.
• Notably, the collection includes a first edition of every primary title written and illustrated by Gorey (with the exception of The Bug Book wrappers edition) and published prior to his death in 2000.
• Many of these are signed or inscribed.

Gorey’s first book, The Unstrung Harp, was published in 1953; over the course of his career, he published dozens of works he authored and illustrated himself, and collaborated with other contributors on dozens more. Beginning in 1953, Gorey also worked for the publisher Doubleday Anchor as an illustrator and typography designer. He illustrated more than 200 books for Doubleday Anchor and other publishers.

Gorey also provided artwork for promotional material for the New York City Ballet, WGBH Boston’s Mystery! Anthology produced for PBS, the Boston Book Fair, and numerous other institutions and events. In addition to his work in print media, he was a noted costume and set designer, and won a Tony Award for his costume designs for the 1977 Broadway revival of Dracula.