From Shapero Rare Books, London, United Kingdom
AbeBooks Seller Since June 27, 1998
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Folio (325 x 255 mm); 8 chromolithographs in the text (3 full-page), manuscript synopsis of Stravinsky's The Firebird and English translation inserted at the rear; publisher's pictorial wrappers, small inscription to cover, overall a fine example. BILIBIN An exceptionally fine example of this beautiful fairytale with additional English translation. This copy also includes a later English translation insert of the tale, printed and sold by Russian Peasant Industries of Old Bond Street. The shop became a popular focal point of Mayfair at the beginning of the 20th Century, in part thanks to the huge success of Diaghilev's Russian Ballet seasons in London. Cotsen 9298. Seller Inventory # 98101
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Tale of Tsarevich Ivan, The Fire-Bird ...
Publisher: Skt. Peterburg Exped. Zagotovl. Gos. Bumag
Publication Date: 1901
Binding: Soft cover
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