Limited work of twenty series (I-XX) containing 250 copies each. Number 150 of 250, series XI.

King's interpretation of fourteen of the characters from Chaucer's Prologue combines an old text with modern illustrations in rich, vibrant colours. The influence of the artist's interest in the African mask is apparent in the art forms in which he blends symbolism and mediaeval heraldry.

First printed by Editions Alecto in 1966, this new, limited edition was published by the artist himself when he formed Circle Press in 1967. As in the original version, the old English text has been hand set in Monotype Plantin II0 and is accompanied by 15 full page prints.

Elephant folio, 57pp, illustrations in colour.

Printed on Queen Ann Antique paper, hard-bound in blue cloth cover with slip case, silver lettering on spine.

Original screen print in 3 colours initialled and numbered XI by the artist with poem "Webbe" by Roy Fisher, in a separate portfolio.

Included with this copy is an advertising pamphlet from Circle Press Publications and a separate sheet describing the book from Eaton House Publishers, London.

Very fine/fine condition.