8th Feb, 2024 11:00
The Oxford Library Sale
550
John (?) Wright Bookbinder, c.1850, Milton (John): The Poetical Works. H.J. Todd Ed., 5th Ed., 4 vols. 8vo. (220 x 145mm). Inscription dated 1857, binder's stamp. Full blue morocco with gilt swag ornament, six panel spine, gilt edges, some rubbing, fair condition
Provenance: John. P. Love Collection
Sold for £250
Estimated at £100 - £200
John (?) Wright Bookbinder, c.1850, Milton (John): The Poetical Works. H.J. Todd Ed., 5th Ed., 4 vols. 8vo. (220 x 145mm). Inscription dated 1857, binder's stamp. Full blue morocco with gilt swag ornament, six panel spine, gilt edges, some rubbing, fair condition
Provenance: John. P. Love Collection
Some rubbing, fair condition.
New condition report photos uploaded.
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Auction: The Oxford Library Sale, 8th Feb, 2024
Day One
Clocks, Furniture, Works of Art and Collectable - Lots 1 - 406
Day Two
Fine Bindings and Incunables from the collection of the late John P. Love - Lots 501- 575 (Click here to read about J. P. Love)
Antiquarian and Modern Books from multiple vendors - Lots 576 - 598
Books from the Library of the late Malcom Deas - Lots 601 - 702 (Click here to read about M. Deas)
Antiquarian and Modern Books from multiple vendors - Lots 703 - 783
Viewing
Saturday 3 February 9am - 1pm
Monday 5 February 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 6 February 9am - 5pm
