Good Dog: A Selection of Portraits by Randal Ford in Ivory Bonded Leather by Graphic Image

Randal Ford turns his portrait camera toward 150 dogs, capturing the individuality of both show dogs and mixed breeds. An essay by W. Bruce Cameron accompanies the photographs. Bound in ivory bonded leather, Good Dog is a generous, affectionate volume for someone who notices every dog in the room.

“I would give this to the dog lover who appreciates character more than pedigree; the pleasure lies in noticing a different personality on every page.”
-Mrs. Mayfair

Product Details

• Material: Bonded leather binding.
• Dimensions: 8.83 in. wide × 0.95 in. deep × 11.13 in. high.
• Included: One bound volume.
• Extent: 208 pages.
• Design & Use: Randal Ford; 150 dog portraits; essay by W. Bruce Cameron.

Care & Ownership

Dust the closed volume gently with a soft, dry cloth or a soft brush, working away from the spine. Handle with clean, dry hands, support both covers when reading and use a bookmark rather than folding a page. Keep away from splashes, direct sunlight and radiators; store upright with gentle support, or flat if the volume is large. Do not apply household polish, oils or leather dressing to the binding.

Maker / Heritage

Graphic Image began with Bennett Glazer’s attention to typography and the leather diaries he designed in 1977. His earlier work as the Franklin Library’s first design director gave the company its grounding in collectible bookbinding. A long collaboration with Tiffany & Co. included developing signature blue leathers from French and Italian tanneries, a revealing example of how closely the company considers color and finish. That same care connects its books, albums and home accessories. The aim is a familiar object worth handling and sharing, with a binding or leather surface that invites it into daily life.