Description
Elevate your collection with this exquisite two-volume first edition set of The Life of Oliver Goldsmith by James Prior, published in 1837 by the prestigious John Murray of London . This attractive and historically rich set is bound in three-quarter leather over cloth by the esteemed Bayntun of Bath, England , a name synonymous with fine bookbinding. ✨ Notable Features: Frontispiece Engraving : Goldsmith's Monument in Westminster Abbey (Vol. I) Facsimile of Goldsmith’s Handwriting : Facing title page (Vol. II) Classic Bayntun Binding : Three-quarter leather over cloth boards with hand-decorated endpapers Elegant Spine Design : Five raised bands, gilt-stamped title , and top edge gilt Provenance : Original bookplates designed by award-winning etcher Walter M. Aikman for previous owner John Kepke 📏 Dimensions & Pagination: 8vo format Vol. I : 515pp Vol. II : 586pp (9” x 5.5”) 📖 Condition : Expected shelf wear with rubbing to leather on spine and corner tips . Some sunning on the spine leather and small scrapes to rear cover of Vol. II. Preliminary blank page of Vol. I has small chips , but all pages remain intact and highly presentable . 🔹 A Distinguished Collector’s Item! This first edition set offers historical significance, beautiful craftsmanship , and a touch of literary elegance. A remarkable addition to any fine library or Goldsmith enthusiast’s collection ! 📦 Ships securely with tracking! Don’t miss this chance to own a rare and expertly bound piece of literary history!
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