Description:
Shelley, Percy Bysshe (1792-1822) The Cenci. A Tragedy, in Five Acts. Italy: for C. and J. Ollier, London, 1819.
First edition, large octavo, 250 copies printed, bound in full crushed dark brown morocco by Riviere, the boards nicely tooled in gilt, gilt ruled and lettered spine, a.e.g., olive green watered silk endleaves and pastedowns, in a custom slipcase, some light spotting to contents, 8 3/4 x 5 1/4 in.
Estimate $2,000-2,500
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