FONTAINE, Jean de la

The Fables of Jean de la Fontaine

London: William Heinemann, 1931.

GOODEN, Stephen.

Translated into English verse by Edward Marsh, with twenty-six engravings on copper by Stephen Gooden. A sumptuous edition of the Fables with beautiful and spacious typography within generous margins, complemented by striking plates by Gooden.

Item #1051

Limited edition of 500 copies signed by Marsh and Gooden. Two volumes, large thick octavos, original vellum, engraved title pages and plates throughout, pages uncut as issued; some browning of the boards otherwise a fine set.

Price (AUD): $850.00  other currencies