Trilby
New York: Harper & Brothers, 1894. Eight issues of Harpers New Monthly Magazine with the original eight parts covering January to August 1894. Kept in a protective dark blue cloth slipcase with a gilt ruled calf spine. Sadleir #1675 (ii) "This serial issue was not only lavishly illustrated by du Maurier with drawings not reproduced in the three volume edition; it also container a passage of nearly 1500 words, plus a drawing describing and depicting a character 'Joe Sibley'. This passage and drawing were suppressed after serial issue, as, beyond a shadow of a doubt, they represented Whistler". Small piece missing at the head of the spine on the March issue. Aside from a few minor chips in the wrappers a well preserved set with untrimmed edges kept in an almost contemporary slip case. Some general wear along the front hinge and a few marks to the protective box. Item #2413
Price: $900.00