Description
Fine press-era classic in a Riviere & Son binding. Laurence Housman’s 1902 John Murray edition of Aucassin & Nicolette-the medieval chantefable rendered in prose and verse-issued together with “Amabel and Amoris,” first published here. Illustrated with drawings by Paul Woodroffe, engraved on wood by Clemence Housman. A handsome Arts-and-Crafts production ready for a sympathetic repair or a collector who values premium bindings.
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London: John Murray, 1902; Housman translation; includes “Amabel and Amoris”
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Full polished calf by Riviere & Son: gilt fillet borders, five raised bands, gilt floral tools, marbled endpapers, gilt dentelle turn-ins
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Condition (please read): front board detached; loss at head of spine with evidence of an older joint repair; rear joint starting; boards rubbed/scuffed; corners worn; internally clean and bright with crisp typography and illustrations where checked
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Attractive candidate for professional reback/rehinge; interiors present very well
Please view all photos for binding details and overall condition. Sold as found; questions welcome
