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The Book of Kells by Easton Press Deluxe Limited Edition - Collectable - $850 (La Jolla)
Lookout Dr near Soledad Ave
condition:
like new
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The illustrations in this volume are a beautiful representation of illuminated works of art.
This book is in new condition, single owner, and well cared for by a little old lady (my mother) who has collected fine books for decades. No dents or noticeable marks on outside or inside of book. Book comes in original box.
An exclusive leather-bound Deluxe Limited Edition.
This Edition is strictly limited to a quantity of 1,000 copies.
A magnificent re-creation of the greatest of all medieval illuminated manuscripts and one of the most beautiful illustrated books ever created. This exclusive Easton Press Deluxe re-production features:
1. A grand volume bound in premium leather with traditional “hubbed” spine with 22kt gold inlays and Celtic cover design.
2. Every page of the 1,300-year-old manuscript reproduced in full size, in dazzling full color and in meticulous detail.
3. With the complete original text and illuminations.
4. A masterpiece of fine craftsmanship, with such superior features as hand-rubbed leather bindings, luxurious acid-neutral archival-quality paper that will not yellow or fade with age and Smyth-sewn pages
5. A luxurious fabric-covered clamshell case custom-crafted for displaying this gorgeous volume.
6. each Deluxe Limited Edition volume is numbered and collector's introductory Note Sheet.
measured by 9½" x 13", 688 pp
This book is out-of-print, a truly rare find, and a good deal.
:-)
Copyright by The Easton Press
hubbed spine, bound in premium full leathers
distinctive cover design, beautiful illustrations
handsome, readable typefaces, permanent satin ribbon page marker
elegant gilded page edges, endsheets of rich mabled pattern
thread-sewn pages for durability and strength, long-lasting high quality, acid-neutral paper
CONDITION DESCRIPTION: The tome is in like new and unread condition: Binding is tight, gold page edging still shiny, beautiful bright endleaves and satin ribbon page marker. It will make a great addition to any library.
SHIPPING / HANDLING: Book(s) will be handled/packed very safely, and shipped via USPS media mail with delivery confirmation.