[Binding, Fine- Riviere] Atalanta in Calydon. A Tragedy.

London: Edward Moxon & Co., 1865.

Small 4to. Exquisitely bound in Turn of Century binding by Riviere & Son in full crimson crushed morocco with an ornate and pleasing Arts & Crafts style all-over gilt design comprising curving gilt decoration of flowers and leaves and dots, the spine with gilt dot decorated raised bands, the compartments paneled, lettered, the remaining four compartments fully and finely decorated with flowers, leaves and dots, a gorgeous design. Neatly rebacked in closely matching leather, only the left-hand side of the top of the spine chipped; the spine a little darkened, new inner hinges; some slight damage to endpapers; else a near fine copy. Even with faults noted, a truly wonderful Arts and Crafts binding by one of the leading bookbinders of the period. Ink stamp of Helen Ladd Corbbet, one of the wealthiest and most influential families in Oregon.

Price: $2,250.00   Item #3807