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Antique Art Book Golden Book of Famous Women, English, Eleanor F Brickdale, 1919

$1,173.30
£861
€1,005.87
CA$1,611.56
A$1,801.92
CHF 945.18
MX$21,825.59
NOK 11,931.07
SEK 11,271.98
DKK 7,507.82

About the Item

This is an antique art book 'Eleanor Fortescue Brickdale's Golden Book of Famous Women.' An English language literary compendium, dating to the early 20th century, published 1919. A British artist, Eleanor Fortescue Brickdale (1872 - 1945) was known for her paintings, illustrations and works in stained glass. In this title, numerous literary sources are compiled with texts from Dickens, Faust and Shakespeare et al and accompanied with the artist's wonderful illustrations. Displays a desirable aged patina , intact and in good original order Bound in blue cloth with gold cover illustration and titling Published in 1919 by Hodder & Stoughton, London across 200 pages Charming personal dedication from a Count de Hevers, Christmas 1919 Title page replete with a female figure, delightfully repeated on each protective plate cover Superb colour illustrations reproduced from paintings by the artist Each fascinating illustration correlates to the related text This is a nicely presented antique art book, the Golden Book of Famous Women. A fascinating and delightfully illustrated title, ideal for collectors or as a decorative coffee table tome. Delivered ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Max Width: 22.5cm (8.75'') Max Depth: 4.5cm (1.75'') Max Height: 28cm (11'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11.03 in (28 cm)Width: 8.86 in (22.5 cm)Depth: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1919
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 243331stDibs: LU2645339390542

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