Sunday, February 23, 2020
February Auction | LOT #492 - Sylvanus Morgan “The Sphere of Gentry” Book
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LOT #492
Sylvanus Morgan "The Sphere of Gentry" Book
Four books bound as one having engraved frontispiece and thirty-seven engraved plates as well as numerous text cuts; printed by William Leybourn, London, for the author, 1661; having a full leather binding, professionally rebacked using new leather and retaining original title label and tooled panels on spine; dedicated to King Charles II; showing coats of arms and historic heraldry; five sheets of previous owner’s scholarly notes tipped in at front
Estimate: $200 - $300
Hammer Price: $250
Dimensions: Height: 12 inches, Width: 2 inches, Length: 8 inches
Condition: Good, rebacked spine; overall moderate wear consistent with age and normal use; cover having scratches overall and spots of missing leather, primarily on edges; corners worn and rounded; pages having ink and pencil annotations, edge tears and yellowing, some foxing and warping throughout
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