The Decameron of Boccaccio Navarre Society 2nd Vol J.M. Rigg Antique Book HC VG
$ 15.84
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The Decameron of Boccaccio Navarre Society 2nd Vol J.M. Rigg Antique Book HC VG. Faithfully Translated by J. M. Rigg. • Translator: J. M. Rigg. • Publisher: The Navarre Society, London. • Condition: Very good. Tight and clean text block; spine slightly sunned; light edge wear; gilt bright and attractive. The Decameron of Giovanni Boccaccio Faithfully Translated by J. M. Rigg Illustrated by Louis Chalon Privately Printed for The Navarre Society Limited, London — Early 1900s Volume the Second (of Two) Printed on fine laid paper, strictly limited edition A beautifully produced private-press edition of Boccaccio’s The Decameron, issued by the Navarre Society in London during the early 20th century. This is Volume II only, featuring elegant typography and delicate photogravure illustrations by Louis Chalon. Printed on fine laid paper specially made for the Navarre Society, with a handsome green cloth binding, gilt fleur-de-lis emblem on the cover, and gilt title to spine. Details: • Publisher: The Navarre Society, London • Translator: J. M. Rigg • Illustrator: Louis Chalon • Format: Hardcover, Volume II only • Binding: Original green cloth, gilt emblem and borders • Paper: Fine laid paper, limited issue • Illustrations: 15 photogravure plates from Chalon’s drawings • Condition: Very good. Tight and clean text block; spine slightly sunned; light edge wear; gilt bright and attractive. • Dimensions: Approx. 9 x 6 inches Notes: The Navarre Society editions of The Decameron are sought for their restrained elegance and quality production, often compared to the Nonesuch and Vale Press printings of the same period. This single volume retains the aesthetic craftsmanship and collectible appeal of the full set.
