Antique 1911 Kings & Queens of Great Britain Portrait Book 48 Color Plates George V Coronation

A handsome 1911 British royal history book, published in commemoration of the coronation of King George V and Queen Mary. The Portrait Book of the Kings and Queens of Great Britain 1066–1911 presents the British monarchy through a series of 48 portraits reproduced in color, beginning with William I and continuing through George V. Edited by T. Leman Hare, with historical and coronation notes by Charles Eyre Pascoe. The book is especially attractive as a decorative antique volume, with its deep blue cloth binding, elaborate gilt and red decoration, royal crown motif, and inset portraits of George V and Queen Mary. Publication details: - Title: The Portrait Book of the Kings and Queens of Great Britain 1066–1911 - Edited by T. Leman Hare - Historical & Coronation Notes by Charles Eyre Pascoe - Published by T. C. & E. C. Jack, London & Edinburgh - Frederick A. Stokes Company, New York - Circa 1911 - 48 color plates - Hardcover - Approx. 10.5" × 8.5" - Early handwritten ownership inscription dated January 28, 1914 Condition: Antique pre-owned condition with expected signs of age. There is visible foxing/age spotting to the endpapers and portions of the interior, along with some wear to the cover edges and corners. The decorated front cover remains attractive with strong gilt coloration. Please review all photographs carefully for the best representation of condition. A wonderful piece for a collector of British royal memorabilia, Edwardian history, antique illustrated books, coronation memorabilia, or decorative vintage books.