Limited Edition Roger Huet “The Miniature Collection of Shakespeare’s World” | Signed No. 48/199 Miniature Book Library in Presentation Case
Limited Edition Roger Huet “The Miniature Collection of Shakespeare’s World” | Signed No. 48/199 Miniature Book Library in Presentation Case
Description
An extraordinary example of the miniature bookmaker’s art, this limited edition collection by Roger Huet celebrates the literary world of William Shakespeare through twelve exquisitely crafted miniature books, each hand-bound with richly gilt decorative covers and fully printed interiors.
Housed in its original polished hardwood presentation case lined with soft ivory velvet, the collection includes the original title booklet, The Miniature Collection of Shakespeare’s World, along with a signed and numbered miniature volume, Theatres in Shakespeare’s Time, No. 48 of only 199 copies, personally autographed by master bookmaker Roger Huet.
Every volume is a marvel of craftsmanship, featuring intricate gilt tooling inspired by historic European leather bindings. Though only about an inch tall, each book contains genuine printed text rather than blank or decorative pages, showcasing the remarkable precision for which Roger Huet became internationally recognized.
Produced in Montreal, Canada, these miniature libraries were created in very limited numbers and have become increasingly sought after by collectors of miniature books, Shakespeareana, fine press editions, bookbinding, and literary curiosities. Complete examples retaining their original fitted presentation case and signed limited edition booklet are seldom encountered.
Whether displayed in a rare book collection, cabinet of curiosities, or private library, this enchanting miniature library embodies the intersection of literature, craftsmanship, and collectible book arts.
Details
- Maker: Roger Huet
- Title: The Miniature Collection of Shakespeare’s World
- Edition: Limited Edition No. 48 of 199
- Signed: Hand-signed by Roger Huet
- Contents: Twelve individually bound miniature books with printed interiors
- Includes: Original title booklet and signed limited edition volume Theatres in Shakespeare’s Time
- Presentation: Original velvet-lined polished hardwood display case
- Origin: Montreal, Quebec, Canada
- Date: Late 20th century
A captivating and increasingly scarce limited edition miniature library, perfect for collectors of Shakespeare, fine bindings, miniature books, and the art of traditional bookmaking.
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