Cinderella by Evans, Signed (7 results)

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. RACKHAM Arthur 1867-1939 (illustrator). Limited Edition. One of the deluxe edition of 325 copies on quarter Japanese Vellum over white boards, signed by Arthur Rackham, from an edition limited to 850 copies, gilt tooling & titles, some finger soiling & browning, corners worn. Spine, faded, gilt titles & tooling. Internally, half title with signed limitation to verso, attractive tipped in coloured frontispiece surrounded by coloured illustration within a red ruled box, with tissue guard, title within red ruled box with illustrations, [9], 10-110 pp, [1], 1 coloured plate with guard, 8 coloured full page illustrations, 12 full page B&W illustrations & 41 B&W illustrations within text, green & white pictorial endpapers, ink ownership signature to fep, t.e.g., others uncut, 2 small paper tears to lower board. (288*228 mm) (Riall p134/5. Latimore/Haskell p49/50). Signed by Illustrator(s).

Edition de Luxe, signed limited issue of Arthur Rackham's illustrated rendition of the beloved children's classic. Quarto, original publisher's vellum-backed pictorial boards decorated in gilt, pictorial green endpapers, top edge gilt, tipped-in color frontispiece by Arthur Rackham, illustrated. One of 325 copies on Japanese vellum signed by Arthur Rackham on the limitation page, this is number 70. In very good condition. Housed in the original custom slipcase. Arthur Rackham (1867â"1939) was one of the most influential British illustrators of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, renowned for his distinctive contributions to the Golden Age of Illustration. His work is characterized by delicate linework, muted watercolor washes, and an ability to capture both the whimsical and the eerie in literature. Rackhamâs illustrations for classics such as Grimmâs Fairy Tales (1900), Peter Pan in Kensington Gardens (1906), and A Midsummer Nightâs Dream (1908) exemplify his skill in blending fantasy with psychological depth. His imagery often conveyed a subtle tension between beauty and grotesque, shaping the way modern audiences visualize fairy tales and myths. Rackhamâs style not only reflected the artistic currents of Art Nouveau but also influenced later generations of illustrators and remains celebrated for its imaginative power and technical mastery.

Hardcover. Limited de Luxe Edition, #648/850. Quarto, 109 pages. In Very Good minus condition, lacking the scarce dust jacket. Bound in publisher's quarter brown buckram spine with green paper boards. Some fraying and wear to corners and board edges, some light rubbing to boards. Some offsetting from plates, as usual. Tipped in colored frontispiece not present in the trade edition. Pencil ownership to the front free endpaper. Limited edition of 850 copies, of which 525 are on English hand made paper and 325 on Japanese vellum. Signed by Arthur Rackham on the limitation page, #648/850 copies. Riall page 134. Shelved in Case 14. 1373782. Shelved Dupont Bookstore.

Number 248 of a limited edition of 325 on Japanese vellum signed by Rackham. Tipped in coloured frontispiece,within coloured pictorial border, title also with coloured pictorial border, silhoutte plates and illustrations, 7 of the plates with colour. Includes the additional coloured plate not present in the trade edition.Pictorial green endpapers. 4to (11 5/8 x 9 1/8 inches), 110-pages. Original vellum-bacled parchment boards blocked in gilt, top edge gilt. The binding unfortunately with soiling & dust-marking, surface lifting on upper cover, scuffing to lower, headbands worn. However internally very clean. Worthy of a fine rebind and generously priced to allow for this.

Hard Cover. Condition: Fine. Rackham, Arthur (illustrator). First Edition Thus. Beautifully signed by Arthur Rackham and stated at limitation page: "This Edition de Luxe with an additional colour-plate is limited to 850 copies, numbered and signed by Arthur Rackham of which 525 (500 for sale) are printed on English Hand made paper, and 325 (300 for sale) on Japanese Vellum. No. '292.' 'Arthur Rackham.'" Number and signature appear to be in a fountain-like pen. Stated at copyright page: "London : William Heinemann, 1919." Larger 9 1/2" x 11 5/8" design. Full cream vellum boards with bit of marbling, gilt cover titles and Rackham bright and crisp gilded silhouette design of Cinderella on stool with broom. Sharp gilt embossed spine titles with falling mice vignette. Sharp clean corners and surfaces; small mark at spine. Interestingly, others with vellum covered boards appear to have seam at spine wrap; this example is full one-piece vellum for entire front and back covers and spine. Deep green front and back endpapers with white silhouette spread of dancing ball attendees. Beautiful hand made, thick deckled leaves, near fine, clean; no writing or shadowing bleed of colors or ink as found in other limited Rackham editions of this title. These leaves have a uniquely thick quality and appear to be truly hand crafted in a beige manila like appearance. Smooth cut gilded top edge. Tipped-in frontispiece. Bind fine, square; hinges intact. Includes the additional full-page colour illustration of Cinderella standing before giant orange pumpkin that would become the carriage. Several full-page spreads in colour over two pages. Illustrated throughout in a unique silhouette style; features b&w and several silhouettes decorated in red, gold, and black. Ultra rare near fine, signed example of this limited edition. From the great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature comes this tale of Cinderella. One of the most famous and beloved of all the folk tale classics is adapted here by C. S. Evans in collaboration with Rackham to create one of the most wonderful editions of any fairy tale. Rackham creates a fantasy world of crisp silhouette images to depict step-sisters, footmen, nobles, and other characters from the fable of an orphan girl's transformation into a princess. Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) was one of the premier illustrators of the twentieth century. Throughout his career, he developed a very individual style that was to influence a whole generation of children and artists. His haunting humour and dream-like romance enhance the enchantment of Cinderella. "It is immediately clear that Rackham is a master of the medium (silhouette), being able to evoke character and humour by profile and gesture alone, and allowing the two dimensional effect of his pen work to lead the reader through the book and keep the story going." - Latimore & Haskell Printed at The Complete Press, West Norwood, London. 110 pages. Insured post. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Signed by Artist.

Hard Cover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. Rackham, Arthur (illustrator). First Edition Thus. Beautifully signed by Arthur Rackham and stated at limitation page: "This Edition de Luxe with an additional colour-plate is limited to 850 copies, numbered and signed by Arthur Rackham of which 525 (500 for sale) are printed on English Hand made paper, and 325 (300 for sale) on Japanese Vellum. No. '732. Arthur Rackham.'" Stated at copyright page: "London : William Heinemann, 1919". Larger 9" x 11 1/2" design. Small antiquarian bookstore label in deep red with gilt lettering inside back cover: "Sold by W. E. Thorpe & Son, The Library, MAIDSTONE." Maidstone is a key historical locale near Kent in the southeast of England. Green boards with black titles and Rackham design of Cinderella on stool w/broom, brown cloth spine wrap, moderate shelf wear, some corner bump. Sharp black impressed spine titles with falling mice vignette. Deep green front and back endpapers with white silhouette spread of dancing ball attendees. Beautiful hand made deckled leaves, very good, clean; few with enigmatic shadowing of illustrations from adjacent, preceding or verso. Smooth cut at top edge. Tipped-in frontispiece with tissue guard present. Bind fine; hinges intact. Stylish vintage signature front blank endpaper: "Brenda and Stella Wickham." Includes a beige matte wrapper with clipping of original green illustration mounted at center with original titles and Cinderella on stool with broom. Rare near very good signed example of this limited edition. Illustrated throughout by Arthur Rackham in a unique silhouette style; features b&w and several silhouettes decorated in red, gold, and black. Includes one additional full-page illustration of Cinderella standing before giant orange pumpkin that would become the carriage. Several full-page spreads over two pages. From the great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature comes this tale of Cinderella. One of the most famous and beloved of all the folk tale classics is adapted here by C. S. Evans in collaboration with Rackham to create one of the most wonderful editions of any fairy tale. Rackham creates a fantasy world of crisp silhouette images to depict step-sisters, footmen, nobles, and other characters from the fable of an orphan girl's transformation into a princess. Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) was one of the premier illustrators of the twentieth century. Throughout his career, he developed a very individual style that was to influence a whole generation of children and artists. His haunting humour and dream-like romance enhance the enchantment of Cinderella. "It is immediately clear that Rackham is a master of the medium (silhouette), being able to evoke character and humour by profile and gesture alone, and allowing the two dimensional effect of his pen work to lead the reader through the book and keep the story going." - Latimore & Haskell Printed at The Complete Press, West Norwood, London. 110 pages. Insured post. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Signed by Artist.

Hard Cover. Condition: Very Good. Rackham, Arthur (illustrator). First Edition Thus. Beautifully signed by Arthur Rackham and stated at limitation leaf: "This Edition de Luxe with an additional colour-plate is limited to 850 copies, number and signed by Arthur Rackham of which 525 (500 for sale) are printed on English Hand made paper, and 325 (300 for sale) on Japanese Vellum. No. '772. Arthur Rackham'". Stated at copyright page: "London : William Heinemann, 1919". Larger 9" x 11 1/2" design. Bound in fine, beige cloth boards, cut-away of original front cover titles and Rackham design of Cinderella on stool w/broom, brown textured leather spine wrap, sharp gilt impressed spine titles with devices, moderate shelf wear. Deep green front and back endpapers with white silhouette spread of dancing ball attendees. Beautiful hand made leaves, generally very good, clean; several with enigmatic shadowing of illustrations from adjacent, preceding or verso. Rare tipped-in frontispiece present. Bind fine; hinges intact. Rare very good signed example of this limited edition. Illustrated throughout by Arthur Rackham in a unique silhouette style; features b&w and several silhouettes decorated in red, gold, and black. Includes one additional full-page illustration of Cinderella standing before giant orange pumpkin that would become the carriage. Several full-page spreads over two pages. From the great Golden Age of Illustration in children's literature comes this tale of Cinderella. One of the most famous and beloved of all the folk tale classics is adapted here by C. S. Evans in collaboration with Rackham to create one of the most wonderful editions of any fairy tale. Rackham creates a fantasy world of crisp silhouette images to depict step-sisters, footmen, nobles, and other characters from the fable of an orphan girl's transformation into a princess. Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) was one of the premier illustrators of the twentieth century. Throughout his career, he developed a very individual style that was to influence a whole generation of children and artists. His haunting humour and dream-like romance enhance the enchantment of Cinderella. "It is immediately clear that Rackham is a master of the medium (silhouette), being able to evoke character and humour by profile and gesture alone, and allowing the two dimensional effect of his pen work to lead the reader through the book and keep the story going." - Latimore & Haskell Printed at The Complete Press, West Norwood, London. 110 pages. Insured post. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall. Signed by Artist.