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The product is a rare 1925 First Combined Edition of Frank Lloyd Wright's Wendingen, featuring original paper wraps with Japanese stab-stitch/raffia cord binding. This unique book, published by C.A. Mees in Santpoort, Holland, includes 7 individual magazine installments in an oversized square portfolio with heavy woven cloth, string-tied bindings, and accordion-fold sheets. The issue covers were designed & laid out by Wijdeveld (Dutch, 1885-1987) This collectible item focuses on the topic of architecture, specifically highlighting the work of Frank Lloyd Wright. This original edition from 1925 is a valuable piece for any architecture enthusiast or collector.
The condition of the case and 6 of the 7 magazines are very good for their age. The 7th issue has damage that runs through many pages but it gets less and less as it runs from back to front. See pics.
Please ask questions or ask for any other pictures. This was inherited from a NY architect.