Alexander Gunn Collected Letters World Traveler 1902 ltd ed leather book #79
Brian DiMambro- Antiquarian Books, Maps & Prints(Old Books, Early 20th Century Books, Leather Books, Collected Letters, Alexander Gunn).
Alexander Gunn - Letters.
Published 1902, New York. The de Vinne press.
221 pages. Text in English.
#79 of a limited Ed. on hand-made paper, this binding clearly a special deluxe custom one as well.
Period full grained leather binding, raised & gilt bands, gilt title lettering & ruled covers, top edge gilt, deckled edges, gilt ruled wide leather turn-ins.
Book is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. Book is not new or in "new" condition.
Binding gently age worn but still appealing, leather scuffed and rubbed but still supple, remains overall attractive as an object.
Text block paper is gently toned, internally still well preserved, tight, sound.
Still attractive on the shelf. Book displays a pleasing and unique age patina and is in nice antiquarian condition, any age flaws easy to overlook or forgive.
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Book Measures c. 9 1/4" H x 6 1/4" W.
[B4517].