Sale 06CN03 | Lot 2273

[BINDINGS] SCOTT, SIR WALTER Waverley Novels

Catalogue: Important English & Continental

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Lot 2273
[BINDINGS] SCOTT, SIR WALTER Waverley Novels
Plates - most in two states, one of each proof on India paper, extra-illustrated, frontispieces, illustrations in text; in vol. 1, bound in autograph letter signed by Scott, one page with integral address leaf, postmarked May 14 1830 to Charles Tell concerning plates for this edition. 14 vols. [incomplete set of 26]. 4to, full red crushed levant morocco, spines paneled, spines and covers gilt decorated with thistle motive, t.e.g., by Zaehnsdorf. One cover detached but present, foxing, offsetting, some rubbing and spotting. Sold w.a.f. London: Houlston & Stoneman, 1842. Abbotsford Edition

Estimate: $500 - $700
Sold for $1,140 (includes buyer's premium)

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Estimate: $500 - $700
Sold for $1,140 (includes buyer's premium)

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Important English & Continental

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