Absolutely sumptuous art levant, crushed morocco binding edition of the true first edition of Nimmo’s fine imprint of Bunyan’s classic. Includes a stunningly engraved title and 12 etchings with tissue guards. Please note these are actual high quality, artist etchings by Strang . . . just gorgeous. Very rare and the only other example on the market offered at $1,250.00.
Bunyan, John. [William Strang, Ill.]. The Pilgrim’s Progress from this World to that which is to Come. Delivered Under the Similitude of a Dream Wherein is Discovered the Manner of His Setting Out; His Dangerous Journey; and Safe Arrival at the Desired Country. London. John C. Nimmo. 1895. First Edition Thus. 379pp.
Crushed art levant binding with simple geometric panel on boards, five raised bands on spine. Hinges a bit worn, consolidated and polished quite nicely. The whole very attractive. Handsomely printed, foredges in gold. All etchings present and crisp on very slightly toned paper. Provenance, Neva and Guy Littell.
