Guild women binders (14 risultati)

Soft cover. Condizione: Very Good. 48 pages. Ainslie C Waller "The Guild Of Women-Binders" / Claude A Prance "The Book Lover's Library".

12mo. cloth, front cover silver-stamped. 87+(1) pages. First edition, limited to roughly 3,000 copies (Tidcombe, p. 126). Cover title: A Souvenir of the St. James's Theatre. Attributed to the Guild of Women-Binders, organized in May 1898 by London bookseller Frank Karslake more as a business venture than as a guild in the traditional sense of that word. He abandoned this effort in 1904. This work traces the history of St. James's Theatre from its organization to circa 1900. See Marianne Tidcombe, Women Bookbinders 1880-1920 (New Castle, Delaware: Oak Knoll Press, 1996), 115-130. List of illustrations. Frontispiece, black and white illustrations follow text. With narrow tip in mentioning production by Guild of Women-Binders. Bumped at corners. Torn along front edge of spine. Previous owner's bookplate on front pastedown. cloth, front cover silver-stamped. Guild of Women-Binders (illustratore).…

12mo. cloth, front cover silver-stamped. 87+(1) pages. First edition, limited to roughly 3,000 copies (Tidcombe, p. 126). Cover title: A Souvenir of the St. James's Theatre. Attributed to the Guild of Women-Binders, organized in May 1898 by London bookseller Frank Karslake more as a business venture than as a guild in the traditional sense of that word. He abandoned this effort in 1904. This work traces the history of St. James's Theatre from its organization to circa 1900. See Marianne Tidcombe, Women Bookbinders 1880-1920 (New Castle, Delaware: Oak Knoll Press, 1996), 115-130. List of illustrations. Frontispiece, black and white illustrations follow text. With narrow tip in mentioning production by Guild of Women-Binders. Bumped at corners. Covers rubbed, scuffed and soiled. cloth, front cover silver-stamped. Guild of Women-Binders (illustratore).…

Hardcover. Condizione: Near fine. First edition. LArge 4to. 407pp. Illustrated with full page engraved portraits of Sappho, Lucretia, Aspasia, Cleopatra, St. Cecilia, Heloise, Laura, Valentine de Milan, Joan d'Arc, Margaret of Anjou, Isabella of Castile, Lady Jane Grey, Pocahontas, La Valliere, Maria Theresa, Catherine II, Florence NIghtingale. A lovely Arts and Crafts binding in full Niger Morocco in a medium brown color. Spine in six compartments with nicely spaced gilt titles in two. Blind tooling along the bands and onto the boards in a suggestion of clasps. The boards, both upper and lower, with gilt and blind rules in a pleasing rectangular design interrupted by a "Noveau-style" design on the binding side with gilt curves ending in gilt leaves and dots. Simple parallel gilt line inner dentelles with box-shapes and blind dots at the corners of the inner line, peach water-color endpapers, all edges gilt. A sumptuous binding. The pastedowns have been nicely repaired, occasional trace of foxing not affecting the images, else this is in fine condition. Unsigned binding, though almost certainly the work of the Guild of Women Bookbinders based on the design and the tools used. . …

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. [Signed, fine binding by the Guild of Women-Binders] Bound in full crimson, levant morocco. All edges gilt. Marbled end pages. 12mo. [2], iv, 165, [1] pp, 6 plates engraved by Phiz. The humorous plates depict contented smokers from around the world, and one scene of Scottish snuff-taking. Engraved bookplate of Robert L. Fisher.…

8vo. cloth, front cover and spine gilt-stamped, top edge gilt. xlvi, 331, (3) pages. Third edition. Advertisement to the first edition, table of contents, introduction, author's preface. Notice to the binder follows text. Black and white plates throughout text. Binder's tag on front pastedown attributes binding to the Guild of Women-Binders (Tidcombe 115-130). The Guild of Women-Binders very rarely used cloth covered boards for their bindings, which gives evidence that this book could have been used as practice by some of the newer, more novice, binders. The gilt inlays on the front and rear panels are in the shape of a scallop shell, with the initials "D H" in the center, which, according to the pencil notation on the front free end-paper, was David Hannay (1853 - 1934 ), English naval historian and author of Rodney: English Men of Action (1891, MacMillan, London). Covers soiled, rubbed and scuffed at edges. Endpapers tanned. Edges of text tanned. Very minor foxing in small sections of the text block, else a lovely near fine copy of this very rare edition. cloth, front cover and spine gilt-stamped, top edge gilt. Guild of Women-Binders (illustratore).…

Dickens in a Delightful Art Nouveau Binding by the Guild of Women Binders A Fine Two-Volume Set in Red Morocco, Elegantly Gilt with Hearts and Flowers DICKENS, Charles. [GUILD OF WOMEN BINDERS, binders]. The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club. With Illustrations. London: Chapman and Hall, Limited, [n.d., ca. 1890]. Two octavo volumes (8 1/2 x 5 1/2 inches; 216 x 140 mm.). Volume I: [i-vii], vi-xvi, [2, list of illustrations, verso blank], [1]-471, [1, imprint] pp. Volume II: [i-v], vi-viii, [2, list of illustrations, verso blank], [1]-491, [1, blank] pp. Forty-three engraved plates, including two frontispieces and an engraved title, after the original illustrations by Robert Seymour, Robert William Buss, and Hablot Knight Browne ("Phiz"). Finely bound by the Guild of Women Binders, with their gilt signature stamp on the front turn-in of each volume. Full crushed red morocco, covers framed by delicate gilt rules and decorated with four small floral ornaments composed of stylized flowers and foliage. Spines with five raised bands, elegantly tooled in gilt with an attractive Art Nouveau arrangement of flowers, leaves, and heart-shaped ornaments, and lettered in gilt in compartments. Marbled endpapers, top edges gilt. Armorial bookplate of Adam Rivers Steele on the front pastedown of each volume. Half-title of Volume I slightly creased. A fine and exceptionally attractive set. A particularly elegant example of the restrained Art Nouveau style associated with the Guild of Women Binders, one of the most interesting and influential enterprises in the history of British artistic bookbinding. The Guild of Women Binders was established in London in 1898 by the bookseller and entrepreneur Frank Karslake (1851-1920), who had become interested in the work of women bookbinders following the Victorian Era Exhibition at Earl's Court in 1897. Among the binders whose work attracted his attention were Annie S. Macdonald and the sisters Edith and Florence de Rheims. Karslake subsequently organized an Exhibition of Artistic Bookbinding by Women at his London premises, which ran from November 1897 until February 1898. Its success encouraged him to establish the Guild, which promoted and marketed the work of women binders while also providing opportunities for training and professional advancement. Operating until 1904, the Guild played an important role in the development of British artistic bookbinding at the turn of the twentieth century. Its members and associated craftspeople produced bindings ranging from elaborate pictorial and modeled-leather designs to more restrained compositions characterized by elegant gilt tooling, stylized floral ornament, and the flowing decorative vocabulary of Art Nouveau. The present binding is a particularly pleasing example of the latter tradition. The rich red morocco provides an ideal background for the delicate gilt floral ornaments, while the spines display an attractive combination of hearts and flowers. The overall effect is one of refinement and balance, the decoration enhancing rather than overwhelming the volumes. First published in monthly parts between March 1836 and November 1837, The Posthumous Papers of the Pickwick Club was Charles Dickens's first novel and the work that established his extraordinary popularity. Originally conceived as a series of humorous sporting illustrations accompanied by explanatory text, the project rapidly developed into a richly comic narrative centered upon the adventures of the benevolent Samuel Pickwick and his fellow members of the Pickwick Club. The introduction of Sam Weller transformed the fortunes of the publication, helping to establish Dickens as one of the most widely read and celebrated authors of his generation. The novel's exuberant humor, memorable characters, and affectionate portrayal of English life made it an immediate publishing phenomenon and ensured its enduring place among the classics of Victorian literature. A beautifully preserved two-volume set of Dickens's first novel, distinguished by its elegant signed Guild of Women Binders bindings. An appealing example of the intersection of Victorian literature, the Arts and Crafts movement, and the emergence of women as professional artistic bookbinders. …

FIRST EDITION. 222 x 140 mm. (8 3/4 x 5 1/2"). x, 374 pp. HANDSOME DARK BLUE MOROCCO, GILT, BY THE GUILD OF WOMEN BINDERS (see below), covers with frame of swirling flowering vines, raised bands, spine panels with similar floral decoration, gilt lettering, pastedowns framed by multiple gilt rules, intersecting into squares at corners, all edges gilt. Front pastedown with pencilled inscription attributing the binding to the Guild of Women Binders, in the hand of former owner, antiquarian bookseller John P. Love; front free endpaper with pencilled bibliographic information; handwritten card from Love's library catalogue laid in at front. Wise, p. 35. Spine gently and evenly sunned, one opening with two tiny brown marginal dots, but A VERY FINE COPY, with few signs of use inside or out. This is a lovely copy of one of the great autobiographies in verse, offered here in a binding attributed to the Guild of Women Binders by a previous owner with extensive expertise in the field. According to DNB, Wordsworth (1770-1850) began his "Prelude" in 1799 while travelling with his sister Dorothy and Samuel Coleridge in Germany, using his sister's German exercise notebook to enter poetic accounts of his boyhood. These entries became the first version of his autobiographical testament, a work that "is for many his most impressive poem." He completed it, in 13 books, in 1805, but continued to revise it throughout his lifetime, adding a 14th book at the end. It was published poshumously and given its title by his wife. The Guild of Women Binders was established by bookseller Frank Karslake in 1898 to give an organizational identity to a group of women already at work binding books in various parts of Britain, often in their own homes. As Tidcombe notes, "because the women were generally unaware of the long history of traditional bookbinding design, they produced designs that were freer and less stereotyped than those of men in the trade." Our binding is unsigned and is perhaps more conventional that other Guild works, but there are elements that would lead an experienced connsoisseur like former owner John P. Love to make a confident attribution. One is the whimsical yet carefully executed spine decoration, which carries over the curving floral vines from the covers. Another hint is the very slight variation in the parallel gilt rules, indicating a less experienced hand. John Percival Love (1896-1974) joined the staff of the distinguished antiquarian bookseller Francis Edwards, founded in 1855. Love served as Chairman of the firm from 1944 until his retirement in 1972. Like many antiquarian booksellers, Love was also a collector. He built an impressive collection that was especially rich in incunabula and fine bindings. It is certainly possible that the present volume was once part of the Francis Edwards inventory and was definitively identified at that time as a Guild binding. …

190 x 125mm. (7 1/2 x 5"). xii, 128 pp.; 1 p.l. (volume II title page handwritten in ink), 129-312 pp. One volume expanded to two. Fine crimson crushed morocco by the Guild of Women Binders (stamp-signed in gilt on front pastedown), raised bands, stylized gilt lettering on spines, all edges gilt. With five portraits, as called for, and EXTRA-ILLUSTRATED WITH 264 PLATES, 31 of these colored, 12 folding, about half of them scenes or views, the rest portraits. Also containing the bookplate of David Garrick (mounted on card at p. 10); an autograph letter, signed, from George Smart; an invoice or accounting signed by Eliza Matthews; and five other autographs mounted on heavy stock. Occasional trivial offsetting from inserted plates, but A VERY FINE COPY, clean and fresh internally, in unworn bindings. Richly extra-illustrated with depictions of the people, places, and events discussed in the text, this joint biography of brothers James and Horace Smith was simply and tastefully bound by members of the Guild of Women Binders. Although James (1775-1839) was a lawyer and Horace (1779-1849) a successful stockbroker, both had literary aspirations and enjoyed being part of theatrical and artistic circles. Their dreams were realized when in 1812 the Drury Lane Theatre offered a £50 prize for an address to be recited on the theater's reopening following repair of fire damage. The Smiths hit on the idea of producing parodies of popular poets, with James imitating Wordsworth, Southey, and Coleridge, while Horace took on Byron, Moore, and Scott. Their humorous publication was an unexpected runaway hit, going to seven editions in three months. According to Britannica, "'Rejected Addresses' are the most widely popular parodies ever published in England, and take classical rank in literature. . . . A striking feature is the absence of malice; none of the poets caricatured took offence, while the imitation is so clever that both Byron and Scott are recorded to have said that they could hardly believe they had not written the addresses ascribed to them." In addition to being witty, both men were kind and generous friends, often helping impecunious artists. Percy Shelley and Horace became friends after competing in a sonnet-writing contest (which Shelley won by producing "Ozymandias"). Before leaving for Italy, the poet entrusted his financial affairs to Horace, of whom he said, "Is it not odd that the only truly generous person I ever knew who had money enough to be generous with should be a stock-broker? He writes poetry and pastoral dramas and yet knows how to make money, and does make it, and is still generous." The binding here was produced by the Guild of Women Binders, established by bookseller Frank Karslake in 1898 to give an organizational identity to a group of women already at work binding books in various parts of Britain, often in their own homes. Karslake first became interested in women binders when he visited the Victorian Era Exhibition at Earl's Court in 1897, held to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. He was impressed with a number of bookbindings at the Jubilee exhibit, prominent among them being those of Mrs. Annie MacDonald of Edinburgh, and he invited the women to exhibit their work in his shop at 61 Charing Cross Road. The Guild was formed soon thereafter, and operated until 1904. As Tidcombe notes, "because the women were generally unaware of the long history of traditional bookbinding design, they produced designs that were freer and less stereotyped than those of men in the trade." Our binding is more restrained that other Guild works, but the spine lettering, which juxtaposes curves and sharp angles, stands out as a distinctive feature. …

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1902 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 242 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 242 Language: English.…

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1897. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 276, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 276 276.…

Softcover. Condizione: New. Reprint. Language: English. Approximately 353 pages. English: Print-on-demand reprint. Original edition : 1907. Text in English. This work provides a detailed study of the alpine flora found in the Canadian Rocky Mountains. It is a valuable resource for botanists, ecologists, and researchers interested in the plant life of this region. The text includes comprehensive descriptions and classifications of various species, making it an essential reference for fieldwork and academic study. Book images are non-contractual. This item is printed on demand and ships from our printing partners' facility nearest the destination. These facilities are located mainly in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada. …

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1899. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 142, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 142 142.…

Leather Bound. Condizione: New. Language: English. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2024, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1907. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages: : - 628, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 628 628.…