Vignetter; Indledning af Dr. phil. Chr. Rimestad, Ernst Hansen — 1st Limited Edition
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Very Good: Original card binding shows some staining and creasing consistent with age and handling. Remains free from significant tears, losses, or other major defects and is now protected in a plastic sleeve. Binding remains structurally sound and secure. Text block shows age-related wear to the page edges, including some fraying from shelf wear. Internally, pages are clean and tightly bound throughout. Illustrations and decorative artwork remain bright and free from blemishes.
Description
First limited edition published by Forlaget Nyttebøger. One of only 350 copies produced, making this a scarce and desirable example of Danish private-press style publishing. Featuring an introduction by Chr. Rimestad (Dr. phil. Christian Rimestad) and illustrations by Ernst Hansen, the volume represents a finely produced limited issue intended for a select readership. Such editions were often distributed in small numbers and are seldom encountered outside specialist collections of Scandinavian art and literature.
Vignetter is a collection of illustrated literary sketches and reflections, combining text and artwork in a format that emphasises aesthetic presentation as much as content. The volume reflects the traditions of Danish book arts and limited-edition publishing, offering a blend of visual and literary craftsmanship.
Book Condition: Very Good
Book Authors: Dr. phil. Christian Rimestad; Ernst Hansen
Book Publisher: Forlaget Nyttebøger
Book Language: Danish
Narrative Type: Non-Fiction
Genre: Art & Architecture
Book edition: Limited Edition
Signed: No
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Book Binding: Softcover
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Country/region of manufacture: Denmark
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Book Condition Guide
| Condition | Description |
|---|---|
| New | A brand-new, unread and professionally handled book. Carefully preserved from publication to purchase, these books are offered in the best attainable condition. This grade applies to recently published titles that have not entered long-term storage. |
| As New | The book is in pristine, original condition as if just published. No signs of use or handling. The dust jacket (if present) is equally flawless. This grade applies to any book that has remained untouched in storage for years. |
| Fine | The book is close to As New. It remains bright and attractive, but could show minor imperfections to the boards and/or dust jacket (if present). Its pages are typically clean and unmarked. |
| Near Fine | The book has a number of small flaws, i.e. slight rubbing to the edges, or tiny chips or creases to the dust jacket (if present). Its pages may have faint marks, or creases that are barely perceptible — nothing that detracts from their overall condition. |
| Very Good | The book maintains its structural integrity, and has no major flaws such as tears to its binding or pages. It may, however, show signs of careful use, handling, or storage — small marks and creases, light foxing. Its dust jacket (if present) remains fully intact, but small tears may be present. |
| Good | A book that remains intact and readable with complete text pages, but shows moderate signs of wear and use to both the book and dust jacket (if present). It may have noticeable creases, nicks, or stains, and the spine likely shows fading, bumping, and rubbing. There could be writing, underlining, and other marks on some pages, though the majority will be clean and tidy. |
| Fair | A book with significant wear or damage. The text pages will be complete, but there may be heavy underlining, highlighting and staining throughout, and the book’s endpapers, half-title, and copyright pages could be damaged or missing. The binding could be loose, and the dust jacket (if present) may have notable scuffs or tears. These copies are usually of interest for content, signature(s) or scarcity. |
| Poor | A heavily worn book whose value lies in its complete and legible text. A poor book will have substantial defects — loose joints or hinges, detached covers, loose and/or missing pages, and could be heavily soiled. A poor book is also known as a reading copy, and although compromised, can hold historical or bibliographic significance. |
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