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Pete Fry

Mountaineering and travel. Lake District. Antiquarian and fine bindings. Photography and albums. Ephemera. Woodcuts. Private premises - viewing by appointment. Book fairs.

A History of British Birds

Description

A History of British Birds. Bewick. First and Second Edition. 1797 Volume one and 1804 Volume two. Early 20th century terracotta half morocco gilt over turquoise marbled boards. rubbed. 8 vo. Armorial bookplate of W. M. Harby to front pastedown of first volume. Woodcut illustrations throughout. Woodcut at page 285 before the bar and unobscured. Attractive set.

Price

£1275.00