The Queen's Book of the Red Cross
This item is a 1939 first edition copy of 'The Queen's Book of the Red Cross,' a charitable anthology published by Hodder and Stoughton. The cover features a high-contrast black and white photographic portrait of Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother) in profile, adorned with a tiara and sash. The portrait is framed by a stylized, curling ribbon border in cream and red, set against a deep blue background. The overall size appears to be a standard quarto. The book was produced as a fundraising effort at the outbreak of World War II, containing contributions from prominent Victorian and early 20th-century authors and artists like T.S. Eliot, Daphne du Maurier, and Rex Whistler. The construction is a typical hardcover with a printed paper dust jacket or cover overlay. In terms of condition, the item shows significant wear, particularly at the edges; there are visible tears and creases at the bottom left corner and top center edge. The paper shows signs of age-related yellowing and foxing, with losses to the printed surface along the spine and periphery. The craftsmanship of the layout reflects the late Art Deco influence prevalent in British publishing during the late 1930s. Despite the condition issues, the book remains a significant piece of wartime memorabilia and royal history.
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Estimated Value
$40 - $75
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Category
Antiquarian Books and Ephemera
Appraised On
March 31, 2026
Estimated Value
$40 - $75
Item Description
This item is a 1939 first edition copy of 'The Queen's Book of the Red Cross,' a charitable anthology published by Hodder and Stoughton. The cover features a high-contrast black and white photographic portrait of Queen Elizabeth (later the Queen Mother) in profile, adorned with a tiara and sash. The portrait is framed by a stylized, curling ribbon border in cream and red, set against a deep blue background. The overall size appears to be a standard quarto. The book was produced as a fundraising effort at the outbreak of World War II, containing contributions from prominent Victorian and early 20th-century authors and artists like T.S. Eliot, Daphne du Maurier, and Rex Whistler. The construction is a typical hardcover with a printed paper dust jacket or cover overlay. In terms of condition, the item shows significant wear, particularly at the edges; there are visible tears and creases at the bottom left corner and top center edge. The paper shows signs of age-related yellowing and foxing, with losses to the printed surface along the spine and periphery. The craftsmanship of the layout reflects the late Art Deco influence prevalent in British publishing during the late 1930s. Despite the condition issues, the book remains a significant piece of wartime memorabilia and royal history.
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