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First Edition Book Cover Art Print
First Edition Book Cover Art Print
First Edition Book Cover Art Print
First Edition Book Cover Art Print

First Edition Book Cover Art Print

Made from high-quality scans of the original, Mister Arthurious' prints evoke the books' own stories.

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Mister Arthurious's prints of first edition book covers powerfully evoke the stories the writers wrote--and also the stories behind the books. The 1877 publication of Anna Sewell's Black Beauty quickly inspired anti-cruelty legislation in both England and the US. First published anonymously in 1818, Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein was the result of a challenge to write the best ghost story between herself, her husband Percy Bysshe Shelley, and Lord Byron. The Picture of Dorian Gray was first published in 1890, in a magazine whose editor, worried it was indecent, cut about five hundred words from it without informing its author, Oscar Wilde. The high-quality, shadow-boxed photo prints look amazingly crisp and real, because each book has been carefully photographed to retain original marks and wear and then remastered to highlight every detail of the cover design. Made in New York City.
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created by

Mister Arthurious

location

New York

Designer/photographer Mister Arthurious is an avid explorer, wandering around towns and neighborhoods with a camera on his neck to capture local culture. He was educated in Europe, majoring in art history and photography, and loves to travel the globe. Fascinated with the history of graphic design, he combs through flea markets and private collections hunting for vintage design ephemera magazines, books, catalogs, trade cards, antique maps, matchboxes, postcards and more. He collects and catalogs them in his New York City studio. Through his archives, Arthurious is able to draw inspiration from creative minds and techniques of times past. He makes high-resolution prints of some of his finds, and is working on a series of design publications that document his work.

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Made from

birch wood, acrylic glass, matte heavy archival paper, pigment ink

Measurements

16.25" H x 12.25" W

Care

Clean with a duster and keep away from moisture and direct sunlight.

Item ID

51212

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    I just received my second print, and it's perfect. It's well framed, i…

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    This print of The Raven's original cover is really beautiful and made …

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  • 5 stars out of 5

    The Secret Garden was my favorite book growing up. I still read it at …

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    • Arlington, TX

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  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Sarahvee
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I want all of these

I just received my second print, and it's perfect. It's well framed, it's in pristine condition, and I could hang it anywhere in my house and it'd look stunning. I want all of these.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Jon
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Beautiful image!

This print of The Raven's original cover is really beautiful and made a great gift! My only complaint is that I wish the frame was darker, but that's just my personal taste.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Annie, the reader
  • verified reviewer
  • Arlington, TX

A beautiful cover of my favorite book

The Secret Garden was my favorite book growing up. I still read it at least once a year ( i'm in my 70's!). This framed cover is just unbelievable. So beautiful, so real and looks like you could touch it and it would be a book cover!...I'm very impressed with the quality of the cover print. The price was very appropriate. and I would order it again!!

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Nottelling
  • verified reviewer
  • San Jose, Ca

Daughter loved fav book is Frankenstein book cover!

I have had this gift idea for 1.5 years and finally purchased it for my daughter. She is a college student with a love of the classics and her favorite book is M Shelly's Frankenstein. She was floored by the gift! Great quality, came on time and was easy to order.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • KC from KC
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  • Austin, TX

Perfect gift

Got the Pride and Prejudice one for a friend. She loved it.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Ellie Yogi
  • Virginia

Perfect gift for a horse lover!

We gave the Black Beauty framed first edition cover print as a gift to someone who loves horses and of course loves this book. She loved it! We'd been wanting to purchase it for a while, so we were glad we could get it in time for Christmas this year!

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Court
  • verified reviewer
  • San Jose CA

My bookworm sister adores this framed cover art

Hung up on my wall. The art is bigger than the book itself. The frame looks great and new and sturdy.

  • 3 stars out of 5
  • WCB
  • Santa Cruz, CA

Big hit, except.....

My wife, a literature professor, was very excited and pleased to get the Virginia Woolf first edition cover. I, on the other hand, was disappointed to see that the frame is loose and needs to be glued so that it can be properly hung,

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Diane
  • verified reviewer
  • Lowell. MASS

This product was excellent! It was exactly what I had hoped

I loved that I could provide my son with the artwork of a first edition of his favorite novel while not being able to actually purchase a first edition copy.

  • 5 stars out of 5
  • Red Driver
  • verified reviewer
  • USA

Absolutely stunning!

Looks wonderful in her classroom!

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FAQs

Framed first edition cover prints are available for a wide range of beloved classic titles, including Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Jane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice, The Raven, The Secret Garden, and Black Beauty, among others. Whether you're shopping for a lifelong fan of a specific novel or a general book lover, there's likely a title that holds special meaning for them.

A framed first edition cover print makes an exceptional gift for book lovers of all ages. It's been given successfully as a graduation gift, Christmas gift, and birthday present for everyone from college students to grandparents in their 70s. The prints are beloved precisely because they give fans the experience of owning a piece of literary history without the cost of an actual first edition — something most collectors could never afford.

The quality of framed first edition cover prints is genuinely impressive in person. The artwork is reproduced with such detail and depth that it takes on an almost three-dimensional appearance, making it look like a real book cover you could reach out and touch. The frame itself is sturdy and well-constructed, and the print arrives in excellent condition with secure, careful packaging.

Framed first edition cover prints are larger than an actual book cover, making them a striking piece of wall art. They work beautifully in a variety of spaces — bedrooms next to a bookcase, reading nooks, classrooms, living rooms, and personal offices. The lightweight frame makes them easy to hang just about anywhere in your home.

Yes, framed first edition cover prints faithfully reproduce the original cover artwork, including the authentic imperfections that come with age. This attention to detail is part of what makes them so special — you get an accurate representation of a true first edition, giving the piece a genuine sense of history and authenticity that fans of classic literature deeply appreciate.

1. What classic book titles are available as framed first edition cover prints?

Framed first edition cover prints are available for a wide range of beloved classic titles, including Frankenstein by Mary Shelley, Jane Eyre, Pride and Prejudice, The Raven, The Secret Garden, and Black Beauty, among others. Whether you're shopping for a lifelong fan of a specific novel or a general book lover, there's likely a title that holds special meaning for them.

2. Is a framed first edition cover print a good gift for a book lover?

A framed first edition cover print makes an exceptional gift for book lovers of all ages. It's been given successfully as a graduation gift, Christmas gift, and birthday present for everyone from college students to grandparents in their 70s. The prints are beloved precisely because they give fans the experience of owning a piece of literary history without the cost of an actual first edition — something most collectors could never afford.

3. What does a framed first edition cover print look like in person — is the quality good?

The quality of framed first edition cover prints is genuinely impressive in person. The artwork is reproduced with such detail and depth that it takes on an almost three-dimensional appearance, making it look like a real book cover you could reach out and touch. The frame itself is sturdy and well-constructed, and the print arrives in excellent condition with secure, careful packaging.

4. How big is a framed first edition cover print, and where can I hang it?

Framed first edition cover prints are larger than an actual book cover, making them a striking piece of wall art. They work beautifully in a variety of spaces — bedrooms next to a bookcase, reading nooks, classrooms, living rooms, and personal offices. The lightweight frame makes them easy to hang just about anywhere in your home.

5. Does a framed first edition cover print include the original imperfections of the vintage cover?

Yes, framed first edition cover prints faithfully reproduce the original cover artwork, including the authentic imperfections that come with age. This attention to detail is part of what makes them so special — you get an accurate representation of a true first edition, giving the piece a genuine sense of history and authenticity that fans of classic literature deeply appreciate.

Customer questions

  • New Hope, Pa

Any chance you can get a Bradbury Fahrenheit 451 cover?

Verified reply from Itamar

Great idea!At this time the maker does not take special requests and only the options listed are available. We will pass along feedback.

  • Wilmington NC

Why is Gustave Dore, and not Miguel Cervantes, shown as the author of "Don Quixote"? I'm guessing that he was the illustrator.

Verified reply from Allison

Yes! Gustave Doré, a world famous 19th century illustrator during Romanticism, illustrated over 200 books. Books include The Divine Comedy, particularly The Inferno, his illustrations to Don Quixote, Coleridge's Rime of the Ancient Mariner, and Edgar Allan Poe's The Raven.

  • ohio

Your catalogue said that there were " more than 40 titles to choose from online". How do I find them???

Verified reply from Amy

Hi Ann! Just look at the drop down menu where it says "Select item": you'll see them all listed there, and it will also show you what it looks like!

  • Winterville, NC

Can this https://www.uncommongoods.pro/product/first-edition-book-cover-art-print be made for an original publication?

Verified reply from Allison

At this time, the designer Mister Arthurious only offers vintage covers found from his explorations around the world.

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