1890 Scarce First Edition - A Book of Old Ballads beautifully illustrated by Alice Havers.
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Author: Alice Havers, illustrator.
Title: A Book of Old Ballads.
Publisher: London, Hildesheimer & Faulkner, no date (1890). First Edition.
Language: Text in English.
Size: Large 13.5" X 10".
Pages: Unpaginated.
Binding: Attractive and very good original gold full-cloth binding with intricate gilt lettering and floral designs on the cover (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. All edges are gilt.
Content: Very good, near fine content (bright, tight, and clean, rare light foxing or staining - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with all the full-page chromolithographs and sepia-tone illustrations by Alice Havers. The illustrations depict scenes accompanying classic ballads, rendered with fine detail and artistic finesse.
Estimate: (Scarce with no or few other copies in this large format and with this binding variant for sale worldwide).
The book: This scarce and attractive first edition of A Book of Old Ballads is a beautifully designed collection of traditional ballads featuring the artistic contributions of Alice Havers, known for her evocative and romantic illustrations. This volume captures the spirit of the 19th-century fascination with folklore and historical storytelling, making it a striking example of Victorian illustrated books.
The illustrator: Alice Mary Havers (1850–1890) was a renowned English artist and illustrator celebrated for her delicate and atmospheric work. Her illustrations, often infused with romance and charm, played a significant role in Victorian publishing, particularly in books of poetry and ballads. Her contributions to A Book of Old Ballads showcase her ability to bring literary works to life through evocative visuals.