Arroyo Craftsman (October 1909) No. 1

Los Angeles: Arroyo Guild, 1990. Octavo. 67 pages, 16 pages of ads. Facsimile. One of the highlights of George Whartons James work was this issue which brought together some of the finest designers and artisans of Southern California. Besides his article "Collecting Indian Baskets" and "Hanson Puthuff" is his editorial on the vision and work of the Arroyo Guild. The article on the Arroyo House (Robert F. Train and Robert Edmond Williams, architects) that graced Santa Barbara. A fine copy of a classic work on the art and design of Southern California at the opening of the 20th century with the 16 pages of ads showing the major suppliers of fine materials in that era. Bound in printed wraps.