first edition
1820 · Edinburgh
by Scott, Sir Walter
Edinburgh: Archibald Constable and Co, 1820. First edition. First edition. Superb early 19th Century binding, in original full straight grained full leather. All edges gilt, and a superior example of a Georgian extra gilt binding. An exquisite fore edge painting by Martin Frost featuring a painting of ScottÃs portrait, flanked by views of Melrose Abbey, his home Abbotsbury and all set into a frame with Scottish thistle motifs. Monogrammed by Frost with his authenticity ticket tipped in. Minor scuffs and speckling, a very good tight copy.
(Inventory #: 4763)