Letters from Fairyland
by Van Sandwyk, Charles
- Used
- Hardcover
- Signed
- Condition
- See description
- Seller
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Calgary, Alberta, Canada
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About This Item
London: Folio Society, 2020. Octavo. Handmade paper and bindings. Original tan cloth boards with metallic green, blue and bronze details on front board and bronze lettering on the spine. Front board has print mounted on it. The print depicts a tropical bird and two fairies perching on a branch, all holding white letters. Decorative gilt spider web patterned end papers. Signed original etching opposite the edition notice. Numerous colour illustrations and inset labels throughout text. Presented in a handmade solander box, lined with paper exclusively designed for these copies. Box is made out of heavy green paper with a print mounted on front board, and gilt lettering on spine. The mounted print depicts a mouse pulling a whimsical rickshaw and is bordered by a thin gilt line. In mint condition. Limited collectors edition #50/250. </p><p>Charles van Sandwyk is a visionary artist and writer renowned for his enchanting works that transport readers to a world of whimsy and wonder. Among his newest creations with The Folio Society is the limited collector's edition of "Letters from Fairyland," a delightful masterpiece that unveils the enchanting correspondence between fairies and animals. Van Sandwyk's meticulous attention to detail and ethereal watercolor strokes breathe life into his subjects, making him a beloved figure among collectors and fantasy enthusiasts alike. His artistry leaves an indelible mark on hearts, weaving dreams into reality. 2020
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Details
- Bookseller
- Aquila Books (CA)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 144153
- Title
- Letters from Fairyland
- Author
- Van Sandwyk, Charles
- Book Condition
- Used
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Publisher
- Folio Society
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 2020
- Keywords
- blanchet Freres |kiebler|tintoretto
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About the Seller
Aquila Books
Biblio member since 2010
Calgary, Alberta
About Aquila Books
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- Cloth
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- Spine
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- Gilt
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- Octavo
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- Folio
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