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The Book of Gems: The Poets and Artists of Great Britain [&] Modern Poets and Artists of Great Britain

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Sale 357: Fine & Rare Books (#357) 06/14/2007 1:00 PM PDT Closed
Starts Ending 06/14/2007 1:00 PM PDT

Lot #94 The Book of Gems: The Poets and Artists of Great Britain [&] Modern Poets and Artists of Great Britain

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Title:

The Book of Gems: The Poets and Artists of Great Britain [&] Modern Poets and Artists of Great Britain

Author:

Hall, S.C., Editor

Place Published:

London

Publisher:

Fisher, Son & Co. & Whittaker & Co.

Date Published:

[c.1840]

Description:

3 volumes. Engraved title pages and numerous engraved vignettes, signature facsimile plates at rear of each volume. (8vo) 8x5, full pebbled black morocco, ruled and decorative borders on covers, spine compartments lettered and ruled in gilt, all edges gilt. Later Printings.

A wonderful compilation of poetical gems from the greater and lesser known poets of Great Britain.

Condition:

Light wear to extremities; occasional light foxing; else very good.

Item#:

181269

Headline:

The Book of Gems - 3 leather bound volumes
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