Description: This listing is for an early illustrated printing of “The Night Before Christmas,” dated 1912. It is a first edition with the earliest cover graphics. This desirable book is illustrated by Jesse Willcox Smith and features charming, minimalist illustrations that use the white page as the background. It measures 7 x 9 inches. Construction is hardcover, paper litho over the boards. At 110 years old, the book is in acceptable condition given rarity. Covers show considerable wear, with corners and edges worn to the boards. Pages have light foxing throughout. Binding is secure. On consignment from a lifelong Christmas collector. Thanks for looking! Please CLICK HERE for more vintage Christmas books Thanks for looking! Powered by WonderLister Desktop App
Price: 250 USD
Location: Upstate, New York
End Time: 2024-11-16T15:30:01.000Z
Shipping Cost: 14.8 USD
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Author: Clement C. Moore
Topic: Christmas
Subject: Santa Claus
Year Printed: 1912
Original/Facsimile: Original
