Antique 1923 The Stratford Shakespeare Complete Works Illustrated Leatherette Go For Sale

Antique 1923 The Stratford Shakespeare Complete Works Illustrated Leatherette Go.
The Stratford Shakespeare: The Complete Works (1923 Deluxe Illustrated Edition)For sale is a beautiful, highly collectible antique edition of <strong>\"The Stratford Shakespeare, published in by The Literature Press Ltd, London< This is a complete, single-volume compilation containing the entire Shakespearean canon, totaling 1,312 pages, including a comprehensive glossary.This specific volume is the highly sought-after deluxe variantIt features striking <strong>all-gold gilt page edges and a beautifully textured hardback cover elegantly embossed with the official Shakespeare family coat of arms and the famous motto <em>\"Non Sanz Droit\"</em> (Not Without Right). Key Features & Publication Details:Publisher & Date: The Literature Press Ltd, London (1923 printing baseline by Collins Clear-Type Press).Introduction:A fascinating general introduction written by the prominent Irish dramatist and critic, St. John Ervine, dated June 1923.frontispieceFeatures the classic black-and-white portrait print of William Shakespeare at the start, explicitly subtitled <em>\"The Stratford Shakespeare.
The Art Gallery (8 Rare Double-Page Colour Plates):The absolute standout feature of this deluxe edition is its full suite of 8 double-page spreads reproducing iconic 19th-century Victorian, Edwardian, and Continental academic masterpieces:
trong> <ul> The Two Gentlemen of Verona(Act V, Sc 4) – After the painting by <strong>W. Holman Hunt, R.W.S. Twelfth Night (Act III, Sc 4) – After the painting by <strong>Daniel Maclise A Midsummer Night\'s Dream (Act IV, Sc 1) – After the painting by <strong>Sir Edwin Landseer< The Merchant of Venice< After the painting by <strong>Ferdinand (Fred) Barth As You Like It After the painting by Pre-Raphaelite master <strong>Sir J.E. Millais, Bart. Antony and Cleopatra– After the million-dollar canvas by <strong>Sir Lawrence Alma-Tadema< Romeo and Juliet– After the historic tragedy scene by <strong>Carl Becker Othello– After the iconic Senate scene by <strong>Carl Becker Condition Report:Overall Condition: Very Good / Collectible Antique.Binding & Structure:</strong> The binding is tight, square, and structurally very sound. The spine holds perfectly, and there are no detached or loose pages—exceptional for a heavy book that is over a century old.Internal Pages:</strong> The interior text and all 8 double-page art plates are clean, crisp, and beautifully preserved with excellent color retention. Page Edges: The luxury gold gilt edges are good and catch the light wonderfully when the book is closed. Cosmetic Note:The textured exterior cover shows some authentic surface dirt, light handling marks, and minor corner shelf wear consistent with its age. It has deliberately been left uncleaned to preserve its original antique patina. Please review all high-resolution photos carefully to inspect the condition details. Packaging & Shipping A book of this age and beauty deserves maximum protection. It will be carefully wrapped in multiple layers of protective bubble wrap and shipped in a sturdy, heavy-duty cardboard box to prevent any edge crushing or transit damage. Shipped promptly with tracking for complete peace of mind.