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The works of Geoffrey Chaucer
Author:
Chaucer, Geoffrey
Editor:
Ellis, F. S.
Illustrator:
Burne-Jones, Edward
Engraver:
Hooper, W. H.
Printer:
Morris, William
Kelmscott Press
Binder:
Doves Bindery
Colophon: " ... edited by F. S. Ellis; ornamented with pictures designed by Sir Edward Burne-Jones and engraved on wood by W. H. Hooper. Printed by me William Morris at the Kelmscott Press ... finished on the 8th day of May 1896 ..."
One of 425 copies.
Binding: One of 48 bound at the Doves Bindery in full white pigskin, monogrammed and dated, 1902.
Manuscript inscription on front end pages: 'to Jenny With WM's best love June 6th 1896'.
Ii, [2], 554 pages, 44cm
Method of acquisition: Bequeathed (1935) by Morris, Jane Alice
1896 - 1902
Accession number: PB 5-2001
Primary reference Number: 240161
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Owner or interested party:
The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department:
Manuscripts and Printed Books
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