1919's Antique Art Book Golden Book of Famous Women

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This is an antique art book 'Eleanor Fortescue Brickdale's Golden Book of Famous Women.' An English language literary compendium, dating … Read more 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'') See less