1926 Rare Giannini Binding - The Little Flowers of Saint Francis illustrated by Alaide Vanzetti.

Author: C. Danyell Tassinari, translator.  Alaide Vanzetti, illustrator.
Title: The Little Flowers of Saint Francis.
Publisher:  Florence, Italy, Giulio Giannini & Son Publishers, no date (1926).
Language: Text in English
Size: Box: 7.5" X 5.5". Book: 7" X 5".
Pages: vi-197 pages.
Binding: Attractive, rare, and near fine vellum binding finely bound and illuminated by the Giannini Family with hand-tied leather clasp (hinges fine) under a protective removable mylar in a scarce and very good original publisher's box.
Content: Near fine content (bright, tight, and clean - as shown).
Illustrations: Beautifully illustrated with intricate borders and illustrations throughout, evoking the manuscript style by Alaide Vanzetti.
Estimate: (Scarce with no or few other copies in this beautiful condition with the original box for sale worldwide).

The book:  A beautifully hand-crafted edition by the Giannini Family of The Little Flowers of St. Francis, featuring the legendary anecdotes and life stories of Saint Francis of Assisi, as compiled by the Franciscan Father Zeffirino Lazzeri. The translation by C. Danyell Tassinari brings these stories to an English-speaking audience with fidelity and warmth, while the stunning illustrations by Alaide Vanzetti provide a visual feast that complements the spiritual and historical richness of the text. This edition is particularly notable for its artistic presentation and would be a treasured addition to any collection.

The publisher: Giulio Giannini & Son is renowned for their exquisite handcrafted books, often featuring traditional Italian bookbinding and illustration techniques. Their works are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts of fine, artisanal books.