The Arts and Crafts of Newport, Rhode Island 1640-1820 (INSCRIBED, LIMITED EDITION. BINDER'S COPY.)

Pitt: The Preservation Society of Newport County, 1954. Limited Edition. Binder's Copy. Hardcover. Near Fine/Near Fine. 11.5" x 9" x 1.25. Ralph E. Carpenter, Jr. Inscribed by Author. INSCRIBED BINDER'S COPY. LIMITED EDITION WITH SLIPCASE. Two thousand copies printed. One hundred twenty-five specially bound and numbered of which this copy is number: Binder's Complimentary Copy. Signed and inscribed by author to Miss Harriet A. Flinn on the title page, who assisted Carpenter in assembling this exceptional work. Hardcover. Bound in quarter burgundy leather and marbled paper boards in burgundy, grey, yellow and white color tones. Hubbed spine bears four raised bands with gilt lettering. Gilt top edge. Marbled endpapers match the paper on the cover. Heavily illustrated with photographs of portraits and furniture in black and white. Contains a list of lenders, a bibliography, notes, and a list of subscribers. xiii, 218 pp. Slipcase is burgundy linen cloth in layered panels with a cream label and black lettering. Slipcase spine is plain. <br><br>FROM THE FORWARD: "Many residents of Newport, whether of families whose roots go back to its early colonial days or those whose connections are not so deeply rooted, have felt a growing appreciation of the rich heritage which Newport is so uniquely fortunate in possessing. This heritage is in the houses, public buildings, furniture, silver, paintings, and other evidences of colonial culture which flourished here and which is being preserved, restored, and recorded by the dedicated work and generous financial support of interested individuals and organizations like The Preservation Society of Newport County. [...] This book, I believe, faithfully depicts the consummate skill and superlative craftsmanship of Newport cabinetmakers, silversmiths, and painters, and is the forerunner of other volumes which will portray other aspects of this truly American culture. <br><br>CONDITION: An important work, both the book and slipcase are in near fine condition. Hinges professionally restored. Spine shows some wear and minor discoloration/speckling on slipcase. Leaves are bright, beautiful, clean, unmarked and uncreased. Marbling is dynamic and bold. A lovely book. At 3 lbs., due to this book's size and weight, additional shipping may be needed. Full refund if not satisfied.