Description
An illustrated Danish ethnography. Complete in six volumes. Includes colored plates. Covers feasts, festivals and celebrations from the mid-17th century through the early 20th. Volumes are: I. Tiden Indtil 1648 II. Tiden 1648-1750 III. Tiden 1750-1820 IV. Tiden 1820-1870 V. Tiden 1870-1914 VI. Tiden Fra 1914. Edited by Julius Clausen and Torben Krogh. In half morocco bindings with marbled boards. All bindings very solid. Covers in excellent condition. Rubbing evident at some corners. Spines generally in good condition with some material needing care to avoid wearing material off. Pages in excellent condition with some discoloration and warping due to water in the first 100 pages of Volume 5 (see included photo showing pages 14 and 15 of that Volume).
Abel Monterroso
This six-volume set is a stunning deep dive into Danish cultural history, beautifully illustrated with vibrant color plates. The half-morocco bindings and marbled boards add a luxurious touch, and though there’s minor corner wear, the books remain sturdy and well-preserved. Each volume meticulously explores Denmark’s festive traditions from the 1600s to the early 1900s, making it a treasure for history lovers and collectors alike. A truly captivating piece of ethnography!