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1957 Scallops: Studies Of A Shell & Its Influences Vintage Natural History Book

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1957 Scallops: Studies Of A Shell & Its Influences Vintage Natural History Book

Scallops: Studies Of A Shell & Its Influences On Humankind
Edited by Ian Cox
Published by The Shell Transport & Trading Company: London 1957 1st Edition

" Produced to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee of the Shell Transport & Trading Company, this unusual and beautifully designed volume brings together the work of eight distinguished authors in a fascinating exploration of the humble scallop shell and its remarkable influence upon history, art, religion and culture. Edited by Ian Cox, the book examines subjects ranging from marine biology and classical symbolism to heraldry, pilgrimage and gastronomy, revealing the extraordinary significance of this enduring emblem.

Lavishly illustrated throughout, the work includes contributions by notable authorities including Sir Mortimer Wheeler, James Laver and Sir George Bellew. Chapters explore the scallop as the badge of St. James, its appearance in ancient civilisations, its role in armorial bearings and even its place at the dining table. Handsomely printed and bound, the volume reflects the high production standards associated with Shell's celebrated mid-century publications and remains one of the more attractive and distinctive corporate books of the period.

Bound in striking red cloth decorated with gilt scallop motifs, this first edition is an appealing combination of natural history, symbolism, design and social history. Increasingly sought after for its unusual subject matter and handsome presentation, The Scallop stands as a remarkable example of twentieth-century fine book production and an engaging study of how a simple shell has left its mark upon civilisation."

Light wear to covers and spine as shown. Light flecking to back cover. No inscriptions. Binding is strong with no loose pages. Pages clean and well presented. An excellent copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 28.5cm x 22cm x 2cm - 135 Pages

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Condition: Very good
Binding: Cloth
Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Illustrated"]
Region: Europe
Subject: Natural History
Original/Facsimile: Original
Seller Notes: Light wear to covers and spine as shown. Light flecking to back cover. No inscriptions. Binding is strong with no loose pages. Pages clean and well presented. An excellent copy in very good condition overall. Please study photos to further understand condition.
Language: English
Author: Ian Cox
Publisher: The Shell Transport & Trading Company: London
Year Printed: 1957
Sub-subject: Shells