Pavilions [signed and inscribed]

Elmslie, Kenward

Published by Tibor de Nagy Editions, New York, 1961

About this Item

First edition of Elmslie's first book, published in an edition of 300 copies. 34 pp. Staple-bound wraps with dust jacket. The jacket was originally glued under the flaps to the front and rear covers; the glue has come undone on the front flap. Small ink mark on rear cover, else a fine copy. Signed by Elmslie on the title-page and dated 1963 and additionally inscribed across the front flap, inside front cover, and front flyleaf, "for Rosalinde / with love / from KSE." The debut publication of a major figure in the New York School scene, known for his stewardship of Z Press and collaborations with Joe Brainard.

Seller Inventory # 672

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Pavilions [signed and inscribed]
• Publisher: Tibor de Nagy Editions, New York
• Publication Date: 1961
• Binding: Original Wraps
• Edition: First edition.
• Condition: Near Fine
• Signed: Signed by Author(s)
• Seller catalogs:
  • Signed Books
  • Poetry