Catalogue of the celebrated library of Major J.R. Abbey; 10th portion: 34 manuscripts of the 11th to the 19th century
1978, First Edition. London : Sotheby Parke Bernet. Near fine copy in the original paper-covered boards. Slightest suggestion only of dust-dulling to the spine bands and panel edges. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, clean and strong. Item #416589
Physical description; 81 pages, 19 unnumbered leaves of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 29 cm. Notes; "thirty-four manuscripts of the 11th to the 19th century : which will be sold by auction"--title page. "Day of sale: Tuesday, 20th June 1978 [lots 2973-3006]". "Estimates" and "Bidding slip" (folder ([4] p.)) laid in. Illustrated catalogue. Includes bibliographical references. Subjects; Abbey, J. R. (John Roland) 1896-1969 Library ; Catalogs. Auction catalogs.
Manuscripts Private collections ; Catalogs.
Price: €28.00