Description: The Rime of the Ancient Mariner and Three Other Poems by Samuel Taylor Coleridge Published by The Folio Society in 2010 as a Limited Edition. Illustrated by Harry Brockway. 331 × 250 × 40 mm. Pp. [1–6] 7–203 [204–208]. Type: Caslon. Printed by Martins of Berwick. Bound by The Fine Book Bindery in quarter vellum with hand-lettered spine by Stephen Raw blocked in gold; dark red paper boards blocked in gold, silver and copper and printed in black. Gilded top edge. Endleaves printed with repeat design by Brockway in letterpress by The Logan Press. Clamshell box bound in black-green cloth with red paper spine-label titled by Raw in gold. A limitation spread containing an engraving printed by I. M. Imprimit is included at the front. Brockway has also supplied tail-pieces and 16 tipped-in coloured illustrations printed by Napier Jones. Leaf following end of text reads in part ‘limited to one thousand copies, signed and numbered by the artist on the engraving, and thirty copies numbered in Roman numerals, which are hors commerce’. Copy number 873 out of 1000. CONDITION REPORT Near-fine book in original, protective tissue paper. Light, almost imperceptible crease to upper spine tip, a few spots of wear to the top edge gilt work, and what seems to be a small manufacturing error to the endpapers which are slightly creased close to the hinge (please see photo 18). Otherwise an immaculate example, inside and out. In a very good clamshell case that is lightly shelf-worn and with a shallow ding. Please consult all photos before purchasing to make sure you are happy with the condition of the book(s). Should you have any questions or want more photos, please do not hesitate to reach out. All our books are stored in a smoke-free, climate-controlled library. PACKING, SHIPPING AND RETURNS We understand the value of the wonderful books we list; thus, we package them carefully with plenty of cushioning in sturdy cardboard boxes to ensure that they arrive to you safely. All orders are despatched within one working day. Shipping is available both domestically and internationally, the latter through eBay's Global Shipping Programme. Should you want to purchase more than two books and save on shipping fees, please either add all wanted items to your basket before purchasing as a lot, or contact us beforehand, so we can combine multiple listings into one. We are always happy to accept a return if the buyer is not happy with a book they receive. In the unlikely event you do encounter an issue with your item or delivery, please do message us before opening a case, as we will always do our best to address the issue.
Price: 470 GBP
Location: Colchester
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Binding: Fine Binding
Non-Fiction Subject: Literature, Poetry & Criticism
Language: English
Illustrator: Harry Brockway
Fiction Subject: Poetry, Theatre & Scripts
Special Attributes: Illustrated, Limited Edition, Numbered
Author: Samuel Taylor Coleridge
Publisher: Folio Society
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Year Printed: 2010
