1923 Rare Book set - Le Morte Darthur, The History of King Arthur and of His Noble Knights of the Round Table.
(Description)
Author: Sir Thomas Malory. William Russell Flint, illustrator.
Title: Le Morte Darthur.
Publisher: London, Jonathan Cape and The Medici Society Ltd., 1923.
Language: Text in English.
Size: 9.5" X 7".
Pages: xxx-439, xxii-531 pages.
Binding: Attractive and very good, near fine, original blue full-cloth with ornate gold and blue embossing on the cover and spine (hinges fine, spine slightly sunned - as shown).
Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean, some light foxing - as shown).
Illustrations: Complete with 36 full-color plate illustrations by William Russell Flint, enhancing the text with rich, detailed depictions of the Arthurian legends.
Estimate: (USD 500 - USD 1000).
The books: This attractive edition of "Le Morte d'Arthur" offers a comprehensive collection of the Arthurian tales, as compiled by Sir Thomas Malory. It stands out due to its luxurious binding and the inclusion of Flint’s illustrations, making it a desirable collector's item.
The author: Sir Thomas Malory (c. 1415–1471) was an English writer, the author or compiler of "Le Morte d'Arthur". The antiquary John Leland (1503–1552) has identified him as Sir Thomas Malory of Newbold Revel in Warwickshire, but this attribution is not without dispute.
The illustrator: William Russell Flint (1880–1969) was a Scottish artist and illustrator who was known especially for his watercolor paintings of women. His works have been admired for their intricate detail, vivid color, and masterful rendering. His distinctive style brings new dimensions to this classic text, making it a must-have for fans and collectors alike.