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#CLP0064 - 1955 1st UK Edition The Lord of The Rings by JRR Tolkien. Beautifully rebound 3/2/1 in custom clamshell with Ring and Eye design - € 4000,-
An extraordinary set of first editions of this classic of fantasy literature. Looks magnificent. A touch of Magic by The Chelsea Bindery!!!
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George Allen & Unwin, 1st UK Edition, beautifully bound set in Full Red Leather with the "Ring and Eye" design, from the original UK dustjackets, gilt stamped to the front of the case, and to the front of all 3 volumes. Looks magnificent. A touch of Magic by The Chelsea Bindery!!!

The Fellowship of the Ring is a 3th impression published 1955.
The Two Towers is a 2nd impression dated 1955.
The Return of the King is a 1st impression published in 1955, 1st State (as per Hammond and Anderson) with signature mark '4' and the infamous slipped type.

An extraordinary set of first editions of this classic of fantasy literature.

The set is fully rebound in Burgundy Morocco Leather, all edges trimmed and gilded. Single gilt rule at edge of the boards, both interior and exterior. The set is further characterized by marbled endpapers, black silk ribbon markers, and is housed in a full leather clamshell case that mirrors the image of the spines of the books. These are distinguished by compartments, with raised bands, gilt tooling and gilt ruled edges. Title, Author, Publisher and Date, as well as a 'Ring and Eye' device from the original UK dustjackets are featured in the compartments, and a larger version of the 'Ring & Eye' on the front boards of all three books and the clamshell case.

A must for the Tolkien collector. A beautiful design executed by the Chelsea Bindery. Beautiful looking set, with a classic design.

Digital photo's available, inquire if interested.

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