W read engraver (6 risultati)

Condizione: Good. Steel engraving. 21.5 x 15.5 cm. (sheet). Facsimile signature below image. Very Good. Minor surface soiling.

Condizione: Good. Etching and stipple engraving. 14 x 9.5 cm. (sheet). Good. Light foxing and soiling.

Condizione: Good. Wood engraving. pp. 715-718. 40 x 54 cm (sheet). Very Good, center folded, light toning along sheet edges, short tear at bottom sheet edge (not extending into image), toning along center fold.

12. Londres ( London ) , de l'Imprimerie Cox & Baylis, s.d. ( 1824 ), in-8°, oblong format, 19 x 26,5 cm, (6)nn pp ( aquatint title , aquatint portrait, engraved facsimile of the Hortense's handwriting) + 15 pp + (48) nn pp (complete). Bound in contemporary red half roan, boards covered with marbled paper, smooth spine decorated with some gilt lines and with the intitials ''L.N.'' beneath a crown with 8 pearls. Binding with some wear, top and lower end of spine with some loss of leather, joints weak and partially split, interior with some foxing. In all still an acceptable copy with a technically sound binding. The last part of the book (48 nn pp ) consists of 12 full page aquatint engraving made by W. Read of drawings made by Hortense. The opposite page contains an engraving with the text and the score of a song composed by Hortense. Rare, we found only two copies in the OCLC catalogue ( British Library OCLC n° 498851957 - and in a Leipzig library). There was another edition in 1832 published by Colburn & Bentley which is more frequently found. The preface and the biography are written ( in French) by Count A.L.C. de Lagarde). The initials on the spine pose an identification problem. Could they be of L[ouis] N[apoleon], the future French emperor Napoleon III and son of the author ?[ Hortense - queen of Holland - Songs - Music - French - 19th c. ].…

LeatherBound. Condizione: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1825 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 318 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. 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: 318.…

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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1825. 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:- 320, 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. 320 320.…