Facsimile of 1968 edn.of Rapiers, original illustrations, considerably enhanced with 122 additional colour illus. courtesy of Olympia Auctions. 2024. The basis of this publication is the original collector's guide to rapiers by Eric Valentine plus a fine monograph on the history & use of the rapier by Duncan Noble. In addition is a small article by Parsons on rapier hilts. However, the real quality of this new edition is the addition of superb colour illustrations and informed descriptions courtesy of Olympia Auctions making this an essential companion for any collector or user of rapiers.
Group
Books (first-hand)
Author
Valentine, E. / Noble, D. / Parsons, C. S. S.
Title
An illustrated Reference Guide to Rapiers
Details
English text, large format, b&w & some color illustrations. 178 pages.