Antique Crimson Gilt European Leather Books, 1900s Shelf Decor

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A handsome complete set of Grillparzers Sämtliche Werke (Grillparzer's Complete Works) in 20 volumes, edited with introductions by August Sauer. Published by J.G. Cotta'sche Buchhandlung Nachfolger, Stuttgart.

Franz Grillparzer (1791–1872) was Austria's greatest classical dramatist, author of The Golden Fleece trilogy, Hero and Leander, and King Ottokar. This is the definitive scholarly edition of his complete works.

Set Details:

20 volumes bound as 10 books (two volumes per binding)
7.25 tall x 11.5 inches of shelf space
Striking deep crimson bindings with gilt title on front board and gilt corner ornaments
Spines feature lavish all-over gilt diamond lattice with fleur-de-lis pattern
Cotta griffin colophon (MDCXL) on title pages

Condition: Very good for age. Bindings are tight and attractive. Please review all photos.

A visually stunning set — the crimson and gold spines make a bold statement on any shelf.

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**Vintage Condition:**

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