Kutepov N. The Hunt of the Tsars and Grand Dukes in Russia, 4 vol. Vol.

2-3, St. Petersburg, State Papers Provision Agency, 1898-1902. Vol. 2 and 3 of one of the most famous editions of the pre-1917 Russia. The edition was illustrated by V. Vasnetsov, I. Repin, N. Samokish, V. Surikov and other artists. Compound bindings: giltstamped leather spine, calico. 36.5х27cm., in satisfactory condition: lacking some plates (2 of 36 plates in vol.2 and 6 of 24 plates and pp.9, 10, 103, 104 in vol.3), tear to spines, some leaves missing, slight staining, pre-1917 library stamps. The edition is of historical importance.