1953. First Edition. 847 pages. Pictorial jacket over red cloth with gilt decoration. Contains black and white illustrations and plates throughout. Volume Primo. Pages are moderately tanned, but text remains clear. Binding is firm. Boards have light shelf-wear, with minor corner bumping and minimal scuffing to edges. Faint white marks to top edge of boards and spine. Gilt remains bright. Light rubbing and scuffing overall. Unclipped jacket. Light water staining to edges. Mild edgewear, with slight creasing and tearing.