A Pictorial History of the Carousel

New York: A.S. Barnes and Company, 1964. Reprint. Folio with blue cloth boards in blue, red and white pictorial jacket; 230p; illustrations; index; 31cm Near fine copy; some light toning to endpapers; else clean and crisp; in very good (+) jacket with small closed tear to foot of spine; now in archival mylar. Hardcover.

The history of the carousel as it evolved from a "serious game played by horsemen in Arabia and Turkey during the twelfth century" to the ornate and fantastical steam and electricity powered amusements that we know today. Alongside the general history, Frederick Fried explores the art and technique of carousel carving, the band organ, and the manufacture of these unique features of fairs and festivals all over the world. "A book for those interested in art, antiques and a rich but often overlooked vein of history."--Jacket copy. **Somewhat large item. Does not fit in a flat rate USPS priority envelope. Additional shipping fees may be requested, especially for expedited, priority, or international orders. Please inquire**