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Thu, Sep 12, 2024 10:00AM EDT
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Lot 444
Two Finely Bound Miniature Books. Rubaiyat and Complete Angler. 1905 & 1826.
Estimate: $200 - $400
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $25 |
| $300 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
| $20,000 | $2,000 |
| $50,000 | $5,000 |
| $100,000 | $10,000 |
| $1,000,000 | $50,000 |
Two finely bound miniature books to include:
Edward Fitzgerald. The Rubaiyat of Omar Khayyam. London & New York 1905. Fifth Impression. A true miniature book, measuring only H 2-5/8" W 2". Bound in full "tree" calf with gilt ruled borders on covers. Spine with leather label, and gilt ruled compartments, each with a crescent moon. AEG. Inner dentelles. Decorative end papers. In fine condition, with only slight wear to corners and spine edges.
Izaak Walton & Charles Cotton. The Complete Angler...In two Parts. London: William Pickering. 1826 Exquisitely bound in full green leather. Verso of front fly leaf has Brentanos, New York at the top and Baynton. Binder. Bath. England at the bottom. Front and back covers with triple rules and corner rosettes. Corner edges of both covers with gilt edges. Spine with elaborate gilt ruling to create five.
Condition: Very good original condition. Minor surface wear noted.
Link to hi-res images: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/sdygefnh9smopmssfy3oc/AHWhQyrStwlEdGYwbHlisuw?rlkey=lcqe1hf7w6ovrbq5n8qfa45bk&st=kfi7izye&dl=0
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