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Antique Poetry Book, The Lady Of The Lake, Walter Scott, Early Edition, Georgian

Stock No

25360

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2024
  • £495.00
  • €588 Euro
  • $663 US Dollar

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Item Description

This is an antique copy of The Lady of the Lake, the celebrated narrative poem by Sir Walter Scott, published in 1811, a year after the initial release. A leather-bound volume, illustrated with works by Richard Westall RA and Richard Cook, this Georgian example offers a handsome addition to any discerning collection of literary antiques.

Illustrated antique poetry book, in intact original order with charming aged markings
Bound in rich leather over board, enhanced with gilt titling and a ribbed spine
Published in 1811, a desirable early printing of one of Scott's most enduring works
Includes a suite of finely engraved plates, after Richard Westall RA and Richard Cook
Published across 433 pages, printed in a classic serif type
Wonderfully tactile and well-suited to a period desk, reading room or library display

A distinguished and decorative copy of a cornerstone of Romantic poetry, this edition of The Lady of the Lake will appeal to collectors of early 19th-century literature and illustrated antique books alike. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 14cm (5.5'')
Max Depth: 3.5cm (1.5'')
Max Height: 22cm (8.75'')

Item Info

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Dimensions

H: 22cm W: 14cm D: 3.5cm

Period

1810s

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

Hele, Devon

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)207 1833511

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