Arthur Rackham, Henrik Ibsen / Peer Gynt Signed limited edition 1936

Description: Peer Gynt (Signed limited edition) Author: Rackham, Arthur (illustrator); Henrik Ibsen Title: Peer Gynt (Signed limited edition) Publication: London: George G. Harrap & Co. Ltd, [1936] Edition: Deluxe Edition Description: Number 38 of 460 copies signed and numbered by Rackham on the limitation page. A near fine copy with all 12 color plates. Bound in vellum with gilt pictorial stamping and title and illustrative endpapers. Top of text block gilt, all other edges uncut. Tag for Henry Sotheran Ltd on first flyleaf. Some superficial discoloration to vellum and expected minor wear to edges, lacking original slip case, interior bright and clean. Although inspired by the folk legend and by Peter Christen Asbjornsen's fairy tales, the playwright Henrik Ibsen believed some of the story to be based on true events. He also based some of the characters on his own family members, including his parents, thus imbuing them with a sense of an authenticity. Ibsen, who was interested in promoting Norwegian culture, first wrote Peer Gynt in verse while traveling in Italy. Although he did not originally intend it to be a theatrical production, it has gone on to be an essential part of his oeuvre (Encyclopedia). First published in 1867, this deluxe edition of Ibsen's five-act play is a perfect merging of Rackham's illustrate style with Ibsen's folk-adventure narrative. "In the troll scenes, or in Peer's moorland encounter with the threadballs, Rackhamerie abounds..." (Gettings).Arthur Rackham (1867-1939) is perhaps the most acclaimed and influential illustrator of the Golden Age of Illustration. A prolific artist even from his youth, Rackham got his start as an illustrator working for the Westminster Budget Newspaper (1892). Over the next few years, he took on more and more commissions for children's books, hitting his career high in the first three decades of the twentieth century. Rackham turned his imaginative pen to every classic—from Shakespeare to Dickens to Poe.Rial 192. Near Fine Seller ID: 6517 Subject: Illustrated Books, Literature, Signed Books Whitmore Rare Books was founded in 2010 with the aim of drawing together exceptional first editions of important literary works. Over the past several years, the shop has become a world-class destination for both seasoned collectors as well as those people newly discovering the field. WRB maintains a reputation for rigorous research and integrity, for discriminating taste, and for creating a space where collectors can interact with amazing copies of the books they love. Terms All orders ship within three business days. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 14 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

Price: 1500 USD

Location: Pasadena, California

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