8th Feb, 2024 11:00
The Oxford Library Sale
520
18th century London Binding:- Wilson (Thomas) (Lord Bishop of Sodor and Man). 'A Short and Plain Instruction for the Better Understanding of the Lord's Supper...'. 17th Ed. Rivington, London 1772. 8vo. (160 x 100mm), gilt blue calf plus Johnson (Samuel) 'Rasselas, A Tale'. Law & Whittaker, London/Oxford 1816, with engraved frontispiece. 8vo. Half calf, marbled boards, owner's signature. b/p for Edward L. Thornborough R.N., both in used condition (2)
Provenance: John. P. Love Collection
Sold for £90
Estimated at £100 - £200
18th century London Binding:- Wilson (Thomas) (Lord Bishop of Sodor and Man). 'A Short and Plain Instruction for the Better Understanding of the Lord's Supper...'. 17th Ed. Rivington, London 1772. 8vo. (160 x 100mm), gilt blue calf plus Johnson (Samuel) 'Rasselas, A Tale'. Law & Whittaker, London/Oxford 1816, with engraved frontispiece. 8vo. Half calf, marbled boards, owner's signature. b/p for Edward L. Thornborough R.N., both in used condition (2)
Provenance: John. P. Love Collection
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
