Richard Wagner “The Ring of the Niblung” 2 volume vintage hardcover set c.1939

The Ring of the Niblung
This two-volume set presents Richard Wagner’s monumental operatic cycle, translated by Margaret Armour and brought to life through the iconic illustrations of Arthur Rackham.
Originally published as a De Luxe Edition, these works represent a high point in early 20th-century book design, blending Germanic mythology with lyrical Art Nouveau aesthetics.
Collectors and enthusiasts of classic literature will appreciate the intricate color plates, which capture the dramatic scale of the Nibelung saga with remarkable detail.

#### **Book Details**
* **Author:** Richard Wagner
* **Illustrator:** Arthur Rackham
* **Publisher:** Garden City Publishing Co., Inc.
* **Binding:** Hardcover
* **Edition Points:** Garden City reprint edition (c. 1939), featuring the original Rackham plates first published by Doubleday, Page & Co. in 1910 and 1911.

#### **Condition Report**
* **Overall Grade:** Books: Very Good (VG) / Very Good (VG)  Jackets: Very Good- (VG-) / Very Good- (VG-)
* **Cover & Spine:** The cloth-wrapped boards are clean and well-preserved, featuring minimal wear to the corners and spine ends. The gold gilt lettering and decorations remain bright and legible.
* **Dust Jacket:** The dust jackets are present and protected in removable archival mylar. They show expected edge wear and mild age-toning consistent with their vintage, but remain structural and visually complete.
* **Text Block & Pages:** The pages are clean and well-maintained. The edges exhibit light age-toning, appearing as a uniform light wood-color. The hinges are secure.  Block upper edges of both books are dusted and have foxing, the outer edges also have foxing, albeit less than tops and the Siegfried volume more than Rhinegold.  All color Rackham plates are present and in excellent condition with no marks or tears or discoloration.
* **Binding:** The bindings are tight and the books remain square.

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