The Arabian Nights – E.J. Detmold 1999 | Folio Society

$39.00

Author: E.J. Detmold illustrator
Publisher: The Folio Society, London, 1999
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Fine
Size: 4to
Attributes: Illustrated

First edition, first printing thus. A lavish reproduction of the rare 1924 edition, illustrated by E.J. Detmold. White cloth, gilt decoration. Numerous full-page illustrations. Binding tight, interior clean, unmarked. Original slipcase rubbed. Fine in VG slipcase.

The Arabian Nights, illustrated by E.J. Detmold and published by The Folio Society, is a lavish edition of the timeless Middle Eastern tales, celebrated for its exquisite artwork and opulent design. Detmold’s illustrations—rich in color, intricate detail, and a touch of the fantastical—immerse readers in the world of Scheherazade’s stories, from the adventures of Sinbad to the enchantments of Aladdin. His style blends Art Nouveau elegance with vivid Orientalist flair, rendering genies, sultans, and mythical creatures with dreamlike intensity.

The Folio Society’s edition, first issued in 1999, is a masterpiece of bookmaking, featuring high-quality paper, gilt embellishments, and faithful reproductions of Detmold’s full-color plates. This volume distills the most iconic tales, pairing them with visuals that heighten their drama and exotic allure. A treasure for collectors, it stands as one of the most visually striking interpretations of The Arabian Nights, embodying both the grandeur of the stories and the golden age of illustration.