Lot #1092 - Book Unusual Binding
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Auction House:Davidson Auctions
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Sale Name:Estate & Collector
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Sale Date:02 Aug 2014 ~ 10am: Part 1 - Various Collections - Lots 1 - 522
02 Aug 2014 ~ 2.30pm: Part 2 - The David Spode Collection - Lots 601 - 1326 -
Lot #:1092
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Lot Description:Book Unusual Binding
[Binding] HUMPHREYS, Henry Noel. The Miracles of Our Lord. London, Longman, 1848.32 chromolithographed illuminated pages, 4pp. text, 175 x 125mm., moulded black papier-mache binding, one corner tip professionally restored, professionally re-backed in black morocco with gilt title, original marbled endpapers retained. A nice copy.Each pair of facing pages is alternately in rich, hot colours, and in cold soft colours, including 'grisaille' pages in black, grey and gold, and striking combinations of pink, blue and silver. -
Estimate:A$300 - 400
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Realised Price:
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Category:Books & Manuscripts
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