Milton, John (1608-1674) The Paradise Lost

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Milton, John (1608-1674) The Paradise Lost. London: Septimus Prowett, 1827.
Folio, two volumes, illustrated in dramatic dark mezzotints by John Martin (1789-1854),bound in uniform green three-quarter morocco, gilt spines, slightly faded, a.e.g., occasional minor spotting, large margins.
Martin's are considered the finest and most original illustrations created to accompany Milton's masterpiece.
Estimate $3,000-5,000

Leaves are 14 1/2 x 10 in. Plates are not marked "proof."

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