And the Sun Went Down (2 Parts) - Marguerite Steen - Book Set with Illustrations by Anton Pieck - c. 1930 The Hague

A beautiful two-volume interwar book set of the historical novel “En de Zon Ging Onder” (“The Sun is My Undoing”) by Marguerite Steen.

This Dutch edition from the first half of the 20th century was published by Zuid-Hollandsche Uitgevers Maatschappij (The Hague) and is richly illustrated by the famous illustrator Anton Pieck. His recognizable drawing style gives the book a special artistic and collectible appeal.

The books are bound in an attractive publisher’s cloth binding with gold and red lettering, including a decorative illustration on the front. The pages feature multiple illustrations and have a characteristic stained edge.

The novel consists of several parts that together form a historical narrative set around Bristol and West Africa. The work reflects the literary style and colonial themes of the interwar period.

An atmospheric set for lovers of old Dutch literature, Anton Pieck illustrations, and decorative vintage books.

The books also look particularly beautiful on a shelf or in a library.

Specifications

Author: Marguerite Steen
Title: En de Zon Ging Onder
Volumes: Part I & II
Illustrations: Anton Pieck
Publisher: Zuid-Hollandsche Uitgevers Maatschappij (A.D.M.C. Stok)
City: The Hague
Period: ca. 1930–1935
Binding: publisher’s cloth binding with gold lettering
Dimensions: approx. 24 cm high
Thickness: approx. 3.5 cm per book

Condition

Good vintage condition.
Normal signs of age such as light foxing and paper discoloration. Binding firm and illustrations complete.