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Antique The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám – Illustrated by Gilbert James – R. F. Fenno & CompanyBeautiful antique illustrated edition of The Rubáiyát of Omar Khayyám, translated by Edward FitzGerald and featuring color illustrations by Gilbert James.Published by R. F. Fenno & Company, New York. No publication or copyright date is printed in this copy. Believed to date to the early 1900s.Features:* Original olive-green cloth hardcover binding
* Ornate gold-stamped floral cover decoration
* Color illustrations by Gilbert James
* Elaborate decorative floral borders surrounding text
* Edward FitzGerald translation
* Antique collectible and decorative literary volumeCondition: ACCEPTABLE – Significant Antique WearThis is an antique book showing substantial wear consistent with age and use.* Heavy wear, fraying, and fabric loss along spine and corners
* Spine covering deteriorated, with exposed underlying material
* Front and rear interior hinges heavily weakened/separated
* Pages show age-related yellowing, discoloration, spots, and staining
* Previous owner’s handwritten inscription inside front cover
* Interior illustrations retain attractive color
* Binding is fragile and should be handled carefullyPlease carefully review all photographs for condition details. Photographs are part of the description.An attractive antique illustrated edition suitable for collectors, vintage book displays, or restoration.Sold as pictured, in its current antique condition.
