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Elevate your home library with this distinguished partial set of the 1938 Encyclopedia Americana. This exceptional collection exudes scholarly prestige …
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Elevate your home library with this distinguished partial set of the 1938 Encyclopedia Americana. This exceptional collection exudes scholarly prestige and timeless elegance, featuring 18 volumes from the complete 30-volume set bound in rich burgundy/wine red leatherette with gilt lettering and decorative embossing. (Please note one volume is not shown in the primary photo but is included with the set.)
The embossed diamond motif on the covers and "THE AMERICANA" gilt lettering on each spine creates a unified visual presentation that would make a striking statement in any curated interior.
Style Notes:
These handsome volumes would complement traditional, library, academic, or vintage-inspired interiors. They make an exceptional styling accent when displayed on open shelving, arranged on a vintage desk, or showcased in a glass-fronted bookcase. The rich wine red color adds warmth and depth to neutral spaces and pairs beautifully with brass or wood accents. Perfect for creating that coveted collected-over-time aesthetic that defines sophisticated interiors.
Style: Traditional Library/Academic
Era: 1938
Country of Origin: United States
Publisher: Americana Corporation, New York & Chicago
Dimensions: 10.25" high × 7" wide × 1.5" deep (with some variation)
Materials: Burgundy leatherette binding, gilt detailing, paper
Set includes 18 volumes of the original 30-volume set (volumes 1, 6, 7, 8, 10, 13, 14, 15, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 26, 27, 29, 30)
Historical Note:
The Encyclopedia Americana was first published in 1829 and has remained one of the most respected general encyclopedias in the English language. This 1938 edition represents the scholarship leading up to World War II, providing a fascinating glimpse into American knowledge and perspectives during this significant historical period. Published by Americana Corporation with offices in both New York and Chicago, this edition featured contributions from leading scholars and experts of the time, making it not only a practical reference but also an important historical document of pre-war American intellectual culture.
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- Dimensions
- 7ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 10.25ʺH
- Styles
- Americana
- Traditional
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Leatherette
- Paper
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Burgundy
- Condition Notes
- Overall, a well-preserved partial set with the dignified aging appropriate to its 87 years of history. The burgundy bindings remain … moreOverall, a well-preserved partial set with the dignified aging appropriate to its 87 years of history. The burgundy bindings remain intact with expected light wear to edges and corners. Volume 19 shows corner damage, as pictured. Volume 23 does not appear in the primary listing photo due to spine damage, but will be included with the set. See photos. Pages are clean with minimal foxing or discoloration. less
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