John Ronald Reuel Tolkien - Il Signore degli Anelli - 1984

Lot Description:
• Author: J.R.R. Tolkien
• Title: Il Signore degli Anelli (The Lord of the Rings - Complete trilogy in one volume)
• Publisher: Rusconi, Milan
• Year of Publication: May 1984 (13th Rusconi Edition)
• Binding: Original publisher's softcover (paperback) from the iconic vintage series featuring the cover art by Piero Crida. Fold-out map of Middle-earth included, intact and well-preserved.
• Unique Features & Autographs: The title page features the original autograph signature of Piero Crida, the master illustrator who defined Tolkien's visual identity in Italy.
• Condition Report: Please note a specific flaw: a vertical purple ballpoint pen mark is present on the front cover, running through the sky area of the central illustration (as shown in the detailed photos). Aside from this cosmetic defect, the volume remains tight and in good overall vintage condition for a paperback of this era.
• Prestigious Provenance: Sourced directly from the private library of Oronzo Cilli (internationally renowned Tolkien scholar, bibliographer, and author). Stamped onto the volume is a splendid blind-embossed bookplate that reads 'Dalla biblioteca di Oronzo Cilli', featuring a monogram specially designed by Piero Crida for Oronzo Cilli’s private collection. The blind stamp ensures perfect paper preservation (non-invasive, unlike ink stamps). An extraordinary collector's item combining cover art history, translation heritage, and flawless, traceable academic provenance.
Enclosed is a letter of provenance signed by Oronzo Cilli.