The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings — Alan Lee illustrated, fore-edge paintings, no. 10

A matching two-volume English-language set in decorated full leather, with hand-painted fore-edges. Both volumes are numbered 10 in the custom binding series.

A matching pair comprising The Hobbit and the complete Lord of the Rings in one volume, illustrated by Alan Lee. The volumes measure approximately 17 × 25.5 cm.

Bibliographical details

Author of the principal work: J.R.R. Tolkien
Publisher: Book Club Associates / HarperCollins
Edition / binding series: Custom binding series of 500 numbered copies; matching number 10
Binding: Custom full leather, with fore-edge paintings
Language: English
Illustrator: Alan Lee

Binding

Full natural leather with raised bands, gilt decorative panels and embossed cover designs. Hand-painted fore-edge scenes and decorative endpapers distinguish the pair. Both volumes carry number 10 in the 500-copy English-language custom binding series. The limitation belongs to the custom bindings and should not be confused with an original publisher’s signed limited edition.

Condition and photographs

Very good condition. See the photographs for both volumes and their painted page edges.

Availability

Available by enquiry. Please contact us to confirm current availability and a shipping quote. Offered on consignment; the book remains with our partner until a sale is arranged. Shipping is quoted separately.

A matching number-10 Hobbit and Lord of the Rings pair, with Alan Lee’s illustrations and hand-painted fore-edges.

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