Steele, Robert

The Revival of Printing. A Bibliographical Catalogue Issued by the Chief Modern English Presses. London: Riccardi Press, 1912



4to (8 3/4 x 6 in.; 225 x 155 mm). Title-page printed in pale blue and black inks, 10 collotype facsimiles of pages, 9 letterpress facsimiles; a few leaves slightly discolored. Full limp vellum lettered gilt on upper cover and spine, green silk ties; some discoloration to vellum.

Max Kirdorf (bookplate)

4to (8 3/4 x 6 in.; 225 x 155 mm). 10 collotype facsimiles of pages, 9 letterpress facsimiles; a few leaves slightly discolored. Full limp vellum lettered gilt on upper cover and spine, green silk ties; some discoloration to vellum.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

First edition, copy no. 2 of 12 printed on vellum, from a total edition of 362 copies (Ransom Third Series. No.3 of the Riccardi Press). Presses covered are the Daniel Press, Kelmscott Press and William Morris, the Vale Press and C.S. Ricketts, Ashendene Press, Essex House, Doves. Cuala and others. Some of the reproductions are printed on vellum and others on paper.