Memorable collection of Tolkien's art including 48 full-colour reproductions paintings This is an original and first edition copy, with a collection of artwork previously published in a series of calendars by George Allen & Unwin for the years 1974 and 1976-1979. A fantastic item for any Hobbit, Rings of Power or Lord of the Rings fan. This memorable collection contains colour frontispiece portrait of the author, and 48 full-page reproductions of Tolkien's paintings and coloured drawings, as well as original pen-and-ink drawings. Pictures will provide a unique and fascinating insight into Tolkien's visual conception of many of the places and characters familiar to readers of The Hobbit, The Lord of the Rings and The Silmarillion. First edition. Two page foreword and notes to the pictures by Christopher Tolkien. Published by George Allen & Unwin, London, 1979. Publisher's original brown cloth with gilt monogram and titles to the upper board and spine. Book Dimensions: 32.5 x 30.5 cm and Number of Pages: 83 (Unnumbered pages) Weight over 1.5kg Condition Firm and well-bound copy. The book in very good condition, with few light faded marks on covers. Internally; in very good condition. No names or inscriptions. Bright and clean pages. All illustrations are present and in very nice condition (Please see pictures).