Robley major general (15 Ergebnisse)

Brown Cloth. Zustand: Good. First Edition. xxi, 216 pages, frontispiece and 180 illustrations. Ex-General Assembly Library New Zealand with an attractive gilt stamp of the library on the front cover and spine. Original brown cloth with titles in gilt on spine and front cover, black moko on the front and rear covers. A full survey based on the authors observations and subsequent reading.…

Papered Boards. Zustand: Very Good. None. First Edition. 25 cm, 83 pp, pen & ink illus, paper over boards with cloth spine, and portrait mounted to front -which is foxed. A really lovely copy.

facsimile reprint of the first edition, quarto plum buckram with gilt lettering and black device, xxi + 216pp, illus VG+ (moderate rubbing to boards, small white stain to spine) in slipcase, VG+ (moderate rubbing & soiling, some puckering to cloth) this is easily the best reproduction of the original work.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. Original red pictorial cloth gilt, beveled boards, slipcase. Facsimile reprint of the 1896 edition. Gently bumped spine ends, points softened. Clean pages. The slipcase is slightly bumped to the corners of the opening. ; quarto; xxi, [3], 216 pages.

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. Book has a little bruising and creasing at tail of spine, and some small knocks to top corners of boards. Bruising to head and tail of spine of slipcase. Overall a nice, clean copy. No signatures or previous owner's markings.; A 1969 facsimile reprint of the first edition of 1896. xxi, [3], 216 pages. Frontispiece. Red-brown cloth boards with gilt lettering on spine and front board. Black illustrations on front and rear boards. Bevelled edges to boards. Page dimensions: 285 x 220mm. With slipcase. "With 180 illustrations from drawings by the author and from photographs". [Bibliographical reference: Bagnall R856 for the first edition: "A full survey based on the author's observations and subsequent reading."] This is a high quality facsimile reprint of the scarce first edition. The book was printed by offset lithography by the Dai Nippon Printing Co. (International) Ltd. in Hong Kong, for the New Zealand publisher A. H. & A. W. Reed. The book is reproduced to the same size as the original first edition, and the cover design also reproduces the cover design of the first edition.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very good +. Hardcover. 11 1/2" X 8 7/8". xxi, 216pp, [ii]. Presents nicely in original matching slipcase, with moderate soiling to cloth. Bound in full maroon cloth over bevelled boards, with Maori tattoo design stamped in black to both boards and upper board and spine lettered in gilt. Mild shelfwear to binding, with gentle bumping and rubbing to corners and to head and tail of spine. Binding is firm and sound. Pages are clean and unmarked. A highly presentable 1969 facsimile printing of the 1896 first edition of this important ethnographic study of t moko, the traditional tattooing of the Maori people of New Zealand, by Britist Major-General, artist, and collector of the macabre, the preserved tattooed heads called mokomokai included, Horatio Gordon Robley (1840-1930). Illustrated in over 180 illustrations throughout, most in the author's skilled hand along with many photographic reproductions, including a photograph of Robley's collection of 33 mokomokai. Contents: Part I.--Moko: How Moko First Became Known to Europeans; Men's Moko; Women's Moko; Moko Processes and Tapu; Patterns and Designs; Operators or Artists in Moko; Mokoed Europeans and Mokoed Visitors to Europe; Moko in Legend and Song; Decadence of Moko; Part II.--Mokomokai: Tradition, History, and Incidents; Methods of Embalming; Traffic in Heads; Mokoed Heads in Museums and Collections; List of Some of the Works Consulted.…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Previous owner's rubber name stamps "J W Harding" and "H / Mount Vernon" (Mount Vernon is the name of a homestead and station near Waipukurau, Hawkes Bay, New Zealand.) A small 3/8" tear to cloth in middle of front joint. Offsetting to endpapers. Quite heavy foxing to the hei-tiki illustration on the front board. Joints and hinges strong.; Uncommon and sought after. 83, [1 (blank)] pages. Papered boards with green cloth spine. Paper hei-tiki illustration on front board. Illustrated. Page dimensions: 243mm x 181mm. With 82 in-text illustrations by the author. H. G. Robley (1840-1930) was also the author of "Moko: or Maori Tattooing" (1896). Contents: Introduction; Concerning Pounamu; Working Pounamu; Greenstone Implements; Concerning War-Clubs; Greenstone Ornaments; Hei-Tiki; Glossary Of Maori Words; Index. "This little book is an endeavour to set down the results of careful investigations extending over many years on the subject of pounamu or New Zealand greenstone, and the special uses to which it was applied by the Maori." - from the author's Introduction. [Bibliographical reference: Bagnall R856 - "Robley's observations from New Zealand with reproductions of his drawings to amplify interpretation."].…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. No Dust Jacket. First Edition. Knock to upper corner of front board, with 15mm crease to corner. Foxing to paper illustration on front board. No signatures. Newspaper clipping on General Robley from 1953 loosely included. The clipping on Robley is a letter to the editor reminiscing about meeting General Robley in 1923, "Before our departure from London for New Zealand, he got busy, and in quick time sketched on two postcards which he presented to us as a parting gift and souvenir. One card has a tiki thereon whilst the other contains a representation of a Maori pa, tiki mere, and two other designs [ . . .]" - from the newspaper clipping, "A Memory of General Robley". Two newspaper clippings from 1953 on greenstone or pounamu loosely included. Clippings inside folded piece of white paper to prevent foxing to adjacent endpapers. Overall a nice copy of this title.; Uncommon and sought after. 83, [1 (blank)] pages. Papered boards with green cloth spine. Paper hei-tiki illustration on front board. Illustrated. Page dimensions: 241mm x 178mm. With 82 in-text illustrations by the author. H. G. Robley (1840-1930) was also the author of "Moko: or Maori Tattooing" (1896). Contents: Introduction; Concerning Pounamu; Working Pounamu; Greenstone Implements; Concerning War-Clubs; Greenstone Ornaments; Hei-Tiki; Glossary Of Maori Words; Index. "This little book is an endeavour to set down the results of careful investigations extending over many years on the subject of pounamu or New Zealand greenstone, and the special uses to which it was applied by the Maori. [. . .] Ever since the Pakeha, the first European visitors to New Zealand, regained their ship there has been much carrying away of examples of old Maori craftsmanship, and those in greenstone have always had a special attraction for collectors. So many specimens of worked pounamu, indeed, have been brought to the British Isles since Captain Cook's return to England in 1771, that the silver streak might almost be called te wai pounamu. The old worked greenstone now sees no more wars, but it is still the object of the rivalry of collectors, who value itm as its former possessors had done, for its beauty and rarity, and for the strange and interesting forms into which it has been wrought." - from the author's Introduction. By the author of "Moko" (1896). [Bibliographical reference: Bagnall R856 - "Robley's observations from New Zealand with reproductions of his drawings to amplify interpretation."].…

Zustand: Very good plus. First Edition. First edition of this classic study of Maori tattooing, profusely illustrated with photographs and Robley's own drawings. Robley, an amateur artist with a deep interest in Maori culture, had a genuine passion for recording the intricate designs, techniques, and history of the intricate art of t? moko; he was also a soldier and, notoriously, a collector of mokomakai: preserved, tattooed human heads, sought after and debased as objects of commerce and display by European and American collectors and museums alike. Robley's meticulous illustrations, photographs, and descriptions have become an invaluable resource for historians and revivalists of traditional Maori arts, preserving unique images of an art form and cultural practice that, at the very same time, imperialistic forces were beginning to efface. An indispensable study. 11" x 9". Original gilt-stamped brown cloth boards, with decoration stamped in black. Black endpapers. Illustrated with 180 plates and frontispiece. [22], 216 pages. Mild edgewear and scuffing to boards at extremities. Spine lightly sunned. Light foxing, primarily to title page and surrounding leaves. Hinges sound. …

Hardcover. Zustand: Near Fine. 1st Edition. First edition. Robert Day's copy, with accompanying archive of 5 letters from Robley as well as three small pen and ink drawings. 3 letters are full, double-sided single page and one is single page with additional half leaf. All are full and some contain illustrations of pounamu, mokomokai, and weapons. The fifth letter is tipped into the text with sellotape and is written to the reverse of a printed sketch of a war dance. Pen and ink drawings are of tattooed Maori faces, one man (3.5" x 2.75") and one woman (3.5" x 3.5"), and one of a moehau (image 3.5" x 2.5"). These three are all tipped on front free endpage along with two cutouts from postcards printed by Robley and two bookplates belonging to day. There are two more postcard cutouts tipped onto the rear endpage, as well as tape which has held the envelope with the letters in place. Notation on the drawings and postcards appears to be in Day's hand. Internally the book is clean, bright, and sturdy. International shipping at cost. Further images available on request. Signed by Author(s).…

Hardcover. Zustand: Good. 1997 , 83 pp Notes on New Zealand Greenstone Reprint Major General H. G. Robley Drawings with Artifacts in it Hard Cover.

Southern Reprints, 1987. 26 x 19 cm. Hardcover [imitation leather , gilt decorated]XXI, 216 pages. Illustrated in b/w throughout. AS NEW & RARE [Bijzonder / Special [Bijzonder] tattoo ].

First edition. First edition. Frontispiece, 180 illustrations from drawings by the author and from photographs. xxi, 216 pp. 4to. A classic ethnography on the Maoris and the long tradition of tattooing. Profusely illustrated, this valuable history showcases the creativity and craft of the native artists. In 1863, Major-General Robley (1840-1930) with the 68th Regiment debarked Burma for New Zealand. In the following April, Robley took his troops to join General Cameron's forces attacking Gate Pa in Tauranga. During the 19 months he remained there with his troops, he became fascinated with the Maori people and executed a series of sketches of Maori life and tattoo patterns, as well as documenting the process practiced to preserve the tattooed heads of chiefs. "On these two subjects he regarded himself as an authority, a claim not to be disputed provided we bear in mind that his awareness was that of a curio collector, and not that of a scholar"-William John Phillipps Hocken refers to plans for a second edition in 1909 which was never published. Bagnall R856; Hocken p436; An Encyclopaedia of New Zealand, 1966 A very good copy in original brown pictorial cloth, with Maori tattoo illustration on the covers. Gilt lettering on cover and spine, bookplate of I. Eliot Hodgrin to front pastedown. Extremities rubbed,occasional foxing throughout Frontispiece, 180 illustrations from drawings by the author and from photographs. xxi, 216 pp. 4to.…

Leather Bound. Zustand: New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2019, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1896. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 238, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. [Please Note:- 10 Pages Text Break] 238.…

Full Leather Bound. Zustand: New. Language: English. {Size: 19.68 x 24.13 cms} A Unique Premium Leather-Bound book for elite readers/collectors of old rare books. An Original Leather is being used for binding this book with Golden Leaf Printing and designing on Spine, front and Back of the book with edge gilding. WE HAVE MULTIPLE OPTIONS IN COLOR OF LEATHER RED, GREEN, BLUE, MAGENTA, TAN, PURPLE DEEP BROWN, BLACK AND WITH DIFFERENT COLOR LABELS. YOU MAY CHOOSE ANY COLOR OF YOUR CHOICE AND MAIL US. This service is chargeable. Original edition was published in [1896] and this unique edition is Reprinted in 2019 with the help of original edition. Black & white printing on high quality natural shade paper with sewing binding for longer life, professionally processed without changing its contents. As these are old books, we processed each page manually on computer and make them readable. We give our best to give you the best book but in some cases we have to adjust few pages which are blur or missing or black spots. If it is multi volume set, then it is only single volume. We hope that you understand these issues in these old treasure. This is an important book for the readers who want to know more about our old treasure. Our dedicated team is trying to bring these rare books back to the shelves. We are also giving service of printing the hard-to-find books which are not listed in our store. Hope you will like it and give your comments and suggestions. Lang: - English, Pages 238, Print on Demand. Product Disclaimer: Please be aware that because leather is a natural material, slight discoloration or change in texture may be visible. {FOLIO EDITION (Size 12x19 Inches) IS ALSO AVAILABLE ON REQUEST}. [Please Note:- 10 Pages Text Break] 238.…