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The Complete Collection of Pictures & Songs by Randolph Caldecott, 1887 FIRST EDITION
by Caldecott, Randolph
- Used
- Hardcover
- first
- Condition
- Very Good+
- Seller
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Lincoln, Nebraska, United States
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About This Item
The Complete Collection of Pictures & Songs by Randolph Caldecott. Engraved and Printed by Edmund Evans. With a Preface by Austin Dobson. London: George Routledge and Sons, Broadway, Ludgate Hill; Glasgow, and New York. 1887 First Edition. Large Paper Edition - 500 pages. Number 300 of 800 Printed.
Randolph Caldecott, for whom the Caldecott awards for illustrated literature is named, is a cherished name among librarians, children, and collectors alike.
Don't miss the inclusion of the likes of "The House that Jack Built" and "Sing a Song of Sixpence" along with "The Queen of Hearts" and "Ride a Cock Horse..." as well as the "Panjandrum Picture Book". stunning, beautiful 12" x 15" large folio of 500 pages of Caldecott's work!
Condition: This original large format book is a real beauty! It is 100% complete with all drawings, illustrations, and 500 pages. It has a new professional binding which mimics the old beautifully, right down to the gold stamping on the spine. Half title page was professionally mended on the outer edge as seen in photos. We found no writing within. Uncut / untrimmed page edges. All in all, a real collector's dream! We carefully photograph our items so that you can review details of condition. After your review of the photos, please ask any questions or request additional photos from us so that you can make the best buying decision.
**Attention International Buyers**For all standard international book orders, we will be using Asendia consolidated shipping through Biblio.com. If you should choose expedited shipping instead, we will provide you with that additional cost by the most economical Federal Express International. Once actual shipping costs are calculated for your exact address, we will advise you of any additional charges or refund due. After all is agreed, your book(s) will ship promptly.***
Extended Description and Notes
A Caldecott Collection to become a family heirloom!
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Details
- Bookseller
- SRG Antiquarian Books
(US)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 18871501218
- Title
- The Complete Collection of Pictures & Songs by Randolph Caldecott, 1887 FIRST EDITION
- Author
- Caldecott, Randolph
- Illustrator
- Randolph Caldecott
- Format/Binding
- Quarter Bound brown cloth as Original with gilt stamped spine
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good+
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- George Routledge and Sons
- Place of Publication
- London, Glasgow and New York
- Date Published
- 1887
- Size
- Folio
- Weight
- 0.00 lbs
- Keywords
- Caldecott, Nursery Rhymes, Children's Illustrated
- Bookseller catalogs
- Youth / Children; Art / Architecture; Illustrated Books;
Terms of Sale
SRG Antiquarian Books
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If you feel that your purchase is not as described or has been damaged, please contact us immediatelyso that we can make proper arrangements for repair / restoration / return.
If you feel that your purchase is not as described or has been damaged, please contact us immediatelyso that we can make proper arrangements for repair / restoration / return.
**Attention International Buyers** For all standard international book orders, we will be using Asendia consolidated shipping through Biblio.com. If you should choose expedited shipping instead, we will provide you with that additional cost by the most economical Federal Express International. Once actual shipping costs are calculated for your exact address, we will advise you of any additional charges or refund due. After all is agreed, your book(s) will ship promptly.***
About the Seller
SRG Antiquarian Books
Biblio member since 2018
Lincoln, Nebraska
About SRG Antiquarian Books
SRG Antiquarian Books has been collecting and selling books to other bibliophiles for over 12 years. We specialize in non fiction rare and vintage books, especially seeking out pre-1900 publications, many in leather bindings. Civil War, biography, the Way West, and history are joined by unique books with a variety of subjects, including religious, picturesque, art, and industry and carefully selected children's books. Sometimes, you will find ephemera such as period sheet music and unique magazines with special cover art and advertisements / articles in our store..
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