Scharf George Illus (3 results)

Full-Leather. Condition: Very Good+. New Edition with the striking illustrations of George Scharf, bound by Riviere in full red morocco, 6 spine compartments with gilt fleur-de-lis motif to each separated by 5 raised hubs with gilt chain design, panels with elaborate gilt lace framing and more lily devices, floral dentelles setting off marbled endpapers, a.e.g., no markings, binding tight pages bright & unfoxed, minor wear & slight soil to leather with light rubbing to pressure points, gilt to top page block a little dulled with a few quiet scratches to foredge, else an exemplary copy of the justly famous Scharf-illustrated Lays in an exquisite Riviere production with masterful giltwork; 8vo; 210pp illus.

Condition: Very Good. One hundred fine, hand-coloured lithographs depicting well-known personalities in various styles of French costume between 1200 and 1713. 8vo (140 x 108 mm); one hundred fine numbered hand-colored lithograph plates with legends (including pictorial title-page) drawn by George Scharf, plates 50 & 52 set slightly lower on the page. In a spectacular Bayntun signed binding of blood red calf with floral themed gilt decorations, raised bands at spine, wide gilt turn-ins. Very slightly chaffed at edges of spine, corner tips a touch bumped. The subjects include Joan of Arc, Bloody Mary, Queen of Scots, Ninon de Lenclos, many French kings and queens, courtiers, mistresses, soldiers, knights, politicians and admirals, from five centuries of French history. According to Hiler [533], the plates are reduced and reversed copies of those in Lecomte's 'Costumes Civils et Militaires de la Monarchie Française', first published in 1820 in four volumes. The present work was published as a single volume and in a smaller format by the renowned London-based printer and lithographer Charles Hullmandel (1789-1850). website. Book.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Language: English. 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 1854. 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: - English, Pages: - 438, 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. 438 438.