Set of 4 Oversized Mid-Century Life & Time Illustrated Books in Slipcases, 1955–1961

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A handsome set of four oversized mid-century illustrated volumes published by Time Incorporated from 1955 through 1961. Richly designed … Read more DESCRIPTION

A handsome set of four oversized mid-century illustrated volumes published by Time Incorporated from 1955 through 1961. Richly designed in burgundy, brown, black, cream and warm tan with gilt lettering, each volume retains its original coordinating slipcase.

The collection includes:
The World We Live In — Editorial Staff of LIFE and Lincoln Barnett, 1955
Three Hundred Years of American Painting — Alexander Eliot, Art Editor of TIME, 1957
The World's Great Religions — Time Incorporated, 1957
The Epic of Man — Editors of LIFE, 1961

These substantial large-format books feature extensive period photography, artwork and illustrations throughout, including reproductions of works by important American artists in Three Hundred Years of American Painting.

Beyond their subject matter, the books have wonderful decorative presence. The varied burgundy, chocolate brown, black, cream and warm neutral bindings with gold lettering create an especially attractive collected look when displayed upright or stacked on a library table, console, coffee table or bookshelf.

Sold together as a set of four.

DIMENSIONS:
Heights vary approximately 13"–14.75".
Combined spine width when standing: approximately 4.75".
Individual book widths when laid flat vary approximately 9.75"–11".
Weight Total: 24 Pounds

CONDITION:
Good vintage condition with clean, attractive book interiors. Original slipcases show age-appropriate wear, including rubbing, edge wear and losses primarily along corners and edges, as shown. Books themselves present very well for their age. See less