1867 · London
by Vale, Frederick, Esq
London: Messrs. Puttick & Simpson, 1867. 8vo. 220 x 145 mm., [8 ¾ x 5 ¾ inches]. 56 pp. Stitched as issued in original printed wrappers; edges a bit chipped, wrapper showing some soiling from dust, otherwise a very good copy.
Very nice collection of early printed books, including a Nuremburg Chronicle, books printed by Peter Schoeffer and Nicolas Jenson, Aldine editions, and a large collection of 17th and 18th century books, including classics, English literature, local history and group of engravings, drawings, and maps. The second day of the sale ends with a nice collection of books on the Topography and History of Kent. There are 987 lots in the three day sale. (Inventory #: 1228)
Very nice collection of early printed books, including a Nuremburg Chronicle, books printed by Peter Schoeffer and Nicolas Jenson, Aldine editions, and a large collection of 17th and 18th century books, including classics, English literature, local history and group of engravings, drawings, and maps. The second day of the sale ends with a nice collection of books on the Topography and History of Kent. There are 987 lots in the three day sale. (Inventory #: 1228)