Published in London in 1808, this edition is a large paper copy with engraving and extra illustrated by the insertion of proofs on India paper. It is attractively bound in contemporary green Moroccan, stamped in gilt with a gilt decorative border and foliage with fish at the corners. Our pre-sale estimate is £4,000-£6,000.
Finally, a lot with considerable local interest: a collection of the Paston Letters edited by Sir William Fenn and published in 1789. This lot is particularly interesting because it comes with Fenn's original manuscript letters (privately published in 1789) and other related original material, including a letter from Fenn.
The volumes have the bookplate for William Frere, nephew of Fenn, and first master of Downing College Cambridge. The material has been in Frere's family ever since and is being offered for sale for the first time. The pre-sale estimate is £400-£500.
- Keys’ Books, Maps, Ephemera and Works on Paper Sale takes place on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th More details at www.keysauctions.co.uk.
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