The Studio, Vol. I. No. I. April, 1893 [lacking auto-lithograph]

1893. First issue. Periodical. E. rare. First issue. The Studio was the preeminent art journal of the Arts and Crafts movement. Founded in 1893 by Charles Holmes in London, it promoted an equal presentation of the fine and applied arts. It gave early exposure to the works of Aubrey Beardsley, Macintosh and the Glasgow style, and William Morris and the Aesthetic Movement. Articles in this issue include one on a new illustrator Aubrey Beardsley by Joseph Pennell, other articles includes one on Designing for Book-plates, on The Newlyn Point of View, and details of art competitions. In original green illustrated wrappers with abstract study of elongated tree trunks and three daffodils. Wrappers showing a little wear and age, small tear to bottom spine. Internally lightly toned, a little spotting, text and importantly illustrations crisp and clear. Lacking auto-lithograph by R.W. Macbeth, this item remains fine and a prime example of the first issue of The Studio. First edition copy. . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …