Payne, John (translator), illustrated by M. A. Lalauze, 13 volume set: The Book of the Thousand Nights and One Night in 9 volumes, Tales from the Arabic in 3 volumes, and Alaedin [Aladdin], 1884-1889, hardcover, full gilt stamped vellum, number 272 of 500 copies printed on Holland paper for Richard Worthington; Thousand Nights illustrated with 4 engraved plates (like most copies, it's lacking the other engravings); each book 9.25 x 6 inches. Volume in fair to good condition, unmarked text, former owner's signature to a few front blanks; vellum discolored and slightly soiled; volume 1 with significant damage to the spine, but the rest are pretty solid and show light wear at the spine ends. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .