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Arthur Rackham, Henrik Ibsen

Peer Gynt

George Harrap

1936

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Description

Signed limited edition of Ibsen's fantasy play of goblins and fairies based upon a traditional Norwegian fairy tale, one of only 460 copies signed by Rackham.

  • Henrick Ibsen (Norwegian).
  • Illustrated by Arthur Rackham (English).
  • London: George Harrap, (1936).
  • 256 pages.
  • Illustrated by Rackham with 12 color plates, plus numerous fanciful black-and-white images.
  • Signed by Rackham on the limitation page.
  • Original full gilt-stamped vellum, in original slipcase with limitation number matching book, top edge gilt, other edges uncut, pictorial endpapers.


Rackham had a particular talent for creating fantastical creatures like fairies and goblins, making Peer Gynt an excellent choice for his interpretations. This is one of the more scarce Rackham limited editions.

Condition Report

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Slipcase a bit soiled and rubbed.

Natural discoloration of vellum, faint abrasion on front board near title.

Spots of toning to fly leafs where tape once was, now removed.

Vellum unbowed and unbumped, interior clean.

Dimensions

Height: 10.5 inches / 26.67 cm
Width: 7.75 inches / 19.68 cm

Feature(s)

Signed

Language

English

Subject

Autographed and Signed Material, Illustrated, Plays, Drama, Science Fiction and Fantasy, Vellum, Poetry

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