Signed binding by the sought after binder, Riviere and Sons.
The excellent workmanship and good taste displayed in his bindings, as seen in this listing's example, gradually won for them the appreciation of connoisseurs, and he was largely employed by the Duke of Devonshire, Samuel Christie Miller, Captain Francis Kapper-Brooke, and other great collectors. He also bound for the queen and the royal family. In the great exhibition of 1851, he exhibited several examples of his skill and he was awarded a metal. He also restored and bound the famous Domesday book now preserved in the record office. Illustrated by Cruikshank, Leech, and others.
Condition is overall good. Some scuffing to board, as pictured. Some foxing. Mostly clean copy. Has beautiful bookmark ribbon. Completely custom bound.
