1900 Rare Book - The Cat and the Fiddle or Tib, Tabby and Tom by E. Vredenburg

Author: Edric Vredenburg. Illustrated by Ernest Nister.
Title: The Cat and The Fiddle; or Tib, Tabby and Tom.
Publisher: London, Ernest Nister, New York, C.P. Dutton & Co., [circa 1900].
Language: Text in English.
Size: 6 X 5 inches.
Pages: Unpaginated (approx. 12 pages).
Binding: Attractive and very good original publisher’s pictorial hardcover with red cloth spine. The front cover features a delightful color illustration of three anthropomorphic cats playing music and dancing (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. A well-preserved copy!
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, inscription on the front endpaper: "Gertrude S. Norton, Easter 1908, from Father"- as shown).
Illustrations: Beautifully illustrated with two full-page chromolithographs and numerous black-and-white illustrations. 

The book: A rare and enchanting antique children's book, The Cat and The Fiddle is a charmingly illustrated tale following three mischievous and musical cats, Tib, Tabby, and Tom. Filled with entertaining stories and delightful imagery, this book is a prime example of early 20th-century illustrated children's literature, making it a treasured piece for collectors.

The author: Edric Vredenburg (1860–1941) was a British author and editor of numerous children’s books, known for his whimsical storytelling and ability to craft engaging tales for young readers. His books were often lavishly illustrated and published by esteemed firms such as Ernest Nister.

The illustrator: Ernest Nister (1841–1906) was a renowned German-born publisher and illustrator famous for his innovative children’s books, especially those featuring movable parts, pop-ups, and stunning chromolithographs. His illustrations remain highly sought after by collectors today.