Symons, Arthur (ed.).

The Savoy, An Illustrated Quarterly [THREE VOLUMES], Nos 1-8

Leonard Smithers, 1896. Illustrations By Aubrey Beardsley. First printing thus. Blue publisher's cloth, elaborately gilt with Beardsley illustrations, original covers bound in. Quartos. Light shelf wear, some pages unopened, light toning endpapers and edges text block, all fine in custom cut mylar covers. Item #215785

SAVOR THE SAVOY!

The Savoy was Aubrey Beardsley’s (1872-1898) breakaway dream come true. Adrift after losing his position as art director for The Yellow Book (1894-1897), the groundbreaking fin de siecle quarterly, Beardsley was approached by the Symbolist poet Arthur Symons (1865-1945) to publish an illustrated quarterly of their own. Stylish, modern, a showcase for the finest artists and writers of the moment, The Savoy meant everything to Beardsley. Here is the best work of a youthful genius, placing artwork in perfect counterpoint within the text which flows through the pages of open space, everything moving toward the inevitable end of Victorian culture. As editor, Symons must be acknowledged for his roving aesthetic sense and his ability to say yes to everything Beardsley wanted. Savor The Savoy!

Price: $3,500.00