1917 First illustrated Edition by N.C. Wyeth - Robin Hood

Author: [No author stated; traditional tales retold].
Title: Robin Hood.
Publisher: Philadelphia, David McKay, 1917. First illustrated Edition by N.C. Wyeth.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 9.25" x 7".
Pages: 362 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good original publisher’s green cloth binding with gilt title to spine and upper cover, and a full-color mounted illustration framed in gilt on the front board (hinges fine, overall slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. Top edge gilt.
Content: Very good content (bright, tight and clean, rare light foxing - as shown).
Illustrations: Beautifully illustrated by N.C. Wyeth with 8 magnificent full-color illustrations. All plates are present and in excellent condition.

Estimate: (USD 250–300).

The book: A stunning early 20th-century First illustrated Edition by N.C. Wyeth of the tales of Robin Hood, brought to life by the legendary American illustrator N.C. Wyeth. First published in 1917, this David McKay edition is a cornerstone of early American book illustration and a masterclass in narrative artistry. The vivid illustrations convey the drama, valor, and forested mystery of Sherwood and its famous outlaw, and the richly designed binding makes it a visual delight for collectors.

The author: While the stories of Robin Hood are part of traditional English folklore with no single author, they were popularized in various forms from medieval ballads to Victorian adaptations. This edition draws from that long tradition, shaping a cohesive narrative of the legendary outlaw and his Merry Men.

The illustrator: N.C. Wyeth (1882–1945), one of the greatest American illustrators, studied under Howard Pyle and helped define the Golden Age of Illustration. His dramatic compositions and vivid use of color brought life to classics such as Treasure Island, The Last of the Mohicans, and Robin Hood. This edition remains one of his most beloved and collectible works.