[Fine Binding | Zaehnsdorf] Essays of Addison

Addison, Joseph (Chosen and Edited by John Richard Green). Essays. London: Macmillan & Co., 1910. Bound by Zaehnsdorf in full crimson morocco with a large circular medallion formed by double gilt rules, enclosing a band of scrolling vine ornaments in gilt on a black ground, with small green roundel inlays throughout. Five wide bands to spine with titling to second compartment and floral stamp to remaining compartments. Gilt-ruled turn-ins with red silk endpapers. Zaehnsdorf's "exhibition" stamp in blind to rear pastedown. Measures approx. 4" x 6". Some minor spots of rubbing to edges and corners, some spotting to covers. A small amount of foxing to endpapers, along with a gift inscription.