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Condition: Good. Oblong folio. Original waps stained and with tears.16pp. text and 6 plates.Darley's etchings were apparently printed as lithographs ito llustrate Washington Irving's "Legend of Sleepy Hollow," which centers on a tall, thin, Connecticut-born schoolmaster named Ichabod Crane, described by the author as an "odd mixture of small shrewdness and simple credulity." We find him teaching children of Dutch descent in a riverside hamlet near Tarrytown, New York. Since his meagre income is insufficient to satisfy his hearty appetite, Ichabod often visits the families of his pupils to exchange gossip and ghost stories, knowing he will be fed by the generous housewives. When he decides to woo Katrina Van Tassel, the beautiful daughter and heir of a prosperous farmer, Ichabod uses singing lessons as a cover for their meetings. This infuriates a rival suitor, the athletic and hot-headed Brom Van Brunt who determines to undermine Ichabod's plans. After attending a dance and feast hosted by the Van Tassels, Ichabod rides home at "the witching hour" and encounters a famous local spectre, the headless horseman-the author hints that this apparition is Brom in disguise. A terrifying pursuit along the riverside road ends by the church graveyard in Tarrytown where the horseman flings his "head" at Ichabod and knocks him to the ground. The next day, a broken saddle and smashed pumpkin are discovered, but the schoolmaster has disappeared.The set of prints was chosen as a supplement for subscriber members of the American Art-Union in 1849. The plates are:Plate 1: Ichabod Crane in his schoolroom at Sleepy Hollow, near Tarrytown, New York.Plate 2: Ichabod Crane visits a pupil's family and tells a frightening tale.Plate 3: Ichabod Crane woos Katrina Van Tassel at her family farm overlooking the Hudson River.Plate 4: Ichabod dances with Katrina at a reception held by her family.Plate 5: Icabod Crane encounters the headless horseman as he rides home at "the witching hour.".Plate 6: Ichabod Crane flees toward Tarrytown, purshed by the headless horseman.While Darley indicates that the prints are etchings, they were printed bySarony & Major (1845-1857) a lithography firm founded by Napoleon Sarony on Fulton Street in New York City. Born in Québec, Sarony worked as an illustrator for Currier & Ives before starting his own business with Henry Major in 1845. The company produced prints such as a set of views of Commodore Perry's expedition to Japan under the Sarony & Major name until 1857, when it merged with Joseph F. Knapp and the name was changed to Sarony, Major & Knapp. In 1867, Sarony left to establish his own photography studio, although the firm would continue producing lithographs into the 1870s. Sarony would later become one of the best-known celebrity portrait photographers in New York, photographing such notable figures as Oscar Wilde, Samuel Clemens and William T. Sherman.Physical Description:16 pages, 6 leaves of plates : illustrations ; 32 x 39 cmOCLC Number / Unique Identifier:2483010.

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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: Italian. Language: Italian. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1719. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - Italian, Pages: : - 216, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 216 216.