Elliott Publishing & Standard Subscription Books: New Illustrated Catalog (1897) - $50 - (Winooski, VT)
Elliott Publishing & Standard Subscription Books. New Illustrated Catalogue [Catalog] of Books Bibles & Albums; and Standard Publications (Elliott Publishing & Standard Subscription Books) {Victorian Illustrated Bindings}. Philadelphia: Elliott Publishing & Standard Subscription Books, 1897. Illustrated paper wraps, 6 x 8 1/2 inches approx. Light wear to covers, chip to rear cover, clean. Well bound stapled binding. Clean and unmarked pages, good paper quality used. Tiny hole to last page, short tear to rear cover. 96 pages, including an index. This is a profusely illustrated catalog of what may be called "Victorian Bindings' of the late 19th century, many color embossed, beveled covers, raised embossed bibles, etc.... Extensive descriptions (color, leather type, size, price etc...)with profuse superlatives spicing each listing for enticing subscribers and used by booksellers (Popular, Lowest Prices, Cheap, Beautiful, etc.), and original prices in many based on quality of edition. An excellent bibliographic reference. Also includes other products such as Album stands, pens, book stands. VG+. Paperback. The seller (North Country Books) has over 20 years experience in the used and antiquarian book trade. I ship all orders with extra care, for safe delivery. Inquires are always welcome.
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