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Fourteen books on Holland Norman
Fourteen books on Holland Norman Conquest British history etc.
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Dated 1904
Dated 1904
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1934
1934
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Early Abraham Ortelius hand-colored
Early Abraham Ortelius hand-colored 1584 map of the Low Countries (Belgium) with four ornate cartouches and a compass rose showing the English Chanel and part of Britain. 15.75"h.x19.5"w.
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ENGLISH MANUSCRIPTS OF THE 14TH C.,
ENGLISH MANUSCRIPTS OF THE 14TH C., 1937 LTD. ED. Treasures of Illumination, The Studio Ltd., London and The Studio Publications, New York, No. 115 of 200 copies bound in vellum on hand-made paper, 48 pages plus 24 tipped-in color plates with accompanying text, 11.5"h x 8.75"w
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15TH C BOOK SHEET (WOODBLOCK) -
15TH C BOOK SHEET (WOODBLOCK) - Double Sheet Page from 'The Nuremberg Chronicle' full folio 1493 in Latin by Hartmann Schedel a world history this sheet depicting the town of Buda (CXXXIX) double glazed with mat in gold frame SS: 14 3/4'' x 21'' OS:
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Dutch illuminated manuscript
Dutch illuminated manuscript probably 14th c. with approximately 197 vellum pages with a gilt and leather embossed binding bearing... ?
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English School, circa 1840/Piazza
English School, circa 1840/Piazza della Signoria/Piazza San Lorenzo/a pair/oil on paper, 11.5cm x 13.5cm
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Three-volume 1574 German history:
Three-volume 1574 German history: Germaniae Antiquae Illustrationem Continet in que…MDLXV-MDLXXIIII August 1574 , vellum bindings with gilt embossed coat-of-arms, book plate "Ex Libris Liechtensteinianias", 12-1/2 x 8-1/2 in. Toning, bindings stained and discolored, minor water stains and foxing. The Estate of the Late Reverend O. Leland Gilmore, Maryville, Tennessee
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A Molteno Edward IV being
A Molteno Edward IV being introduced to Jane Shore stipple engraving
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Giovanni Battista Montano
Giovanni Battista Montano (1534-1621) a group of 40 bound architectural engravings c. 1624 4to (13 3/4 in. x 9 1/2 in.) full vellum the plates are early variations that correspond to plates in Raccolta de tempii e sepolri Scielta d. varii tempietti antichi and Architettura con diversi ornamenti cavati dall' antico. Provenance: Bears armorial bookplate of Fuerstlich Auerspergsche Fideicommisbibliothek Zu Laybach Prince of Augsburg.
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BACHELIN-DEFLORENNE XVI EME
BACHELIN-DEFLORENNE XVI EME SIECLE Chromolithograph: 13 x 8 3/4 in. Framed
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1790 engraving of British religious
1790 engraving of British religious leaders/theologians; James Hamilton, Methodist founder John Wesley, and Joseph Cotes walk arm in arm on the streets of Edinburgh; the work of artist John Kay. 8" x 5 1/2". Overall staining.
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Early framed and matted
Early framed and matted hand-painted map of England. 14"x18.25"
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Four English mezzotints of
Four English mezzotints of gentlemen and ladies 19th c. 12 1/2" x 11". ?
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BATTAIL OF NASBIE, JUNE 14TH, 1645,
BATTAIL OF NASBIE, JUNE 14TH, 1645, ENGRAVING, FRAME: 16-1/4 X 23-1/4 INBattail of Nasbie, June 14th, 1645, Engraving, Frame: 16-1/4 x 23-1/4 in
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Collection of Fourteen Pieces of
Collection of Fourteen Pieces of British Legal, Commercial and Nautical Ephemera, including a William III parchment indenture of 1698; a William IV parchment deed of 1834 for property in county Fife, Scotland; an 1884 Edinburgh invoice for a cricketer's uniform; an 1896 Edinburgh contractor's invoice for plumbing repair; a 1901 Power of Attorney for William Knowles and Sons, Butchers of Smithfield House, Fleetwood, Lancastershire; a 1909 Edinburgh engraver's purchase order; a 1910 London clothier's invoice; four insurance policies of 1910, 1912, 1913 and 1925; and nautical emphemera: a mock "Arctic Circle Crossing" Certificate; a souvenir "letter card" with six views of HMS Victory, postmarked 1960; and a John Adams, Southampton catalogue of ship photographs infolded with seven Cunard related newspaper and catalogue clippings, among them an obituary of the shipbuilder Sir Charles Parker and images of the Cunard ships "Campania" and "Umbria".
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Early colored engraving of the
Early colored engraving of the French King published London May 1844. 17"x22"
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Two c. 1500 early printed pages
Two c. 1500 early printed pages one on vellum with illumination 7 3/8'' h. x 4 3/4'' w.; along with two illutrated pages from an 18th C. English Gospel; an engraving after Raphael by I. Pavon; other 18th and 19th C. engravings including images of St. George; St. Cecilia; Interior of St. Peter's Basilica etc.
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London plague book, 1720, Nathaniel
London plague book, 1720, Nathaniel Hodges, MD Loimologia: Or, An Historical Account of The Plague in London in 1665 , London, printed for E. Bell and F. Osborn, 288 pages, full original tooled calf, raised bands, 8 x 5 in. Wear, small losses, hinge cracks and separations, edges soiled. Private Collection, South Carolina
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1513 MANUSCRIPTManuscript 1513:
1513 MANUSCRIPTManuscript 1513: Questions Morales Magistri Petri Tatareti in octo capita distincter quam doctissime ab codem disputute atique discusse nec seginter an notate: atque nouiter emendate sicut legenti patebit, by Pierre Tataret, Published by pierre Gaudoul in 1513, probably in Paris. This is the amended first edition of Pierre Tataret's discussion of Aristotle's Nichomachan Ethics. The cover has been replaced with a 15th Century page from a dutch book of hours and the front flyleaves and last pages of the index are missing. Superb woodcut illustrations include title page with Virgin and Child in a ship. Dimensions: 5 3/4 by 4 by 3/8 inches. Processing and shipping in the continental U.S. $25.00 plus 1.5% replacement insurance cost.
Condition:
Cover has been replaced, and there is insect damage and a small hole in the front is piece, which also slightly abraded. Pages have some minor folds and finger marks. The last part of illustration of "Prestre Ichan" is missing. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under the Terms & Condition: s. Please be advised that we do not furnish packing materials nor porters for pick up.
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Group of Four Antique
Group of Four Antique Lithographsthree feature interior Elizabethan genre scenes the fourth depicting a courtyard view in Antwerp all in matching mats and frames.DOA 23 x 25.25 in.Each with some foxing.
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FOURTEEN BOOK PAGES, CIRCA
FOURTEEN BOOK PAGES, CIRCA 1450Fourteen pages of a book, circa 1450, with finely illuminated letter. This is a Latin translation of various Greek writers, possibly copied in Northern France or Flanders. The reverse of one page is blank. Dimensions: 8.5" x 6". Processing and shipping within the continental U.S. $25.00 plus 1.5% replacement cost insurance.
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Good condition, with minor holes from insects and binding, some minor stains and foxing. Witherell's strives to provide as much information and photographs as possible but encourages in-person inspection by bidders. Condition: statements are only for general guidance and should not be relied upon as complete statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty or assumption of liability by Witherell's. All lots are sold "AS IS" under terms and conditions. Please be advised we do not furnish packing materials nor porters for pick ups.
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Thirteen various books, c/o a
Thirteen various books, c/o a fragmentary copy of Observations Upon the Inconveniences that have Attended the Frequent Promotions to Titles of Honour and Dignity Since King James Came to the Crown of England (n.p., 1653), A History of the Civil War by Benson J. Lossing (New York, 1912); four volumes of the works of Washington Irving (New York, Philadelphia & Chicago, n.d. but c. 1910); A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens in original slipcase (Philadelphia, 1950; number 400 of a limited edition of 600 created "for use as a Christmas Greeting from Samuel A. Dalton"); The Ancestors of Eleanor Bedford Wilkins Cooch and Edward Webb Cooch, written by Eleanor B. W. Cooch (Wilmington, Del., 1962) and five volumes from the Universal Classics Library-- The Diary of John Evelyn in two volumes, Memoirs of Louis XIV by Saint Simon, French Belles-Lettres and English Belles-Lettres. Largest is "Observations upon the inconveniences", lacking front and back cover
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Antique engraving by Frans
Antique engraving by Frans Hogenberg, depicting the mutinous troops of the Army of Flanders ransacking the Grote Markt during the Sack of Antwerp in 1576. Framed together with handwritten note. Engraving 8.5” x 11” Overall 15.5” x 14” Condition; good CT Transfer Fee $10
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14 Volumes Stoddard's Lectures
14 Volumes Stoddard's Lectures 1909.
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FOURTEEN MIXED MEDIA SILHOUETTE
FOURTEEN MIXED MEDIA SILHOUETTE PORTRAITSA group of fourteen mixed media silhouette portraits18th/19th centuryIncluding two wax busts of gentlemen in 18th century attire, two medals, including one of Charles V, Duke of Lorraine, Germany, 167
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14TH C. CARVED IVORY LITURGICAL
14TH C. CARVED IVORY LITURGICAL COMB, FRAMED Double-Sided, Gothic design, Late Crusades Era (1291-1399), depicting victorious Generals presenting flags to an enthroned King under archways, the reverse featuring the religious parallel to the same event, the King and Queen giving tribute to the Pope. The upper side in thin tines (intact), the lower in heavy tines (many missing). In modern mahogany frame, double-glazed within mats, to view both sides. OS: 10 3/4" x 9 3/4", the object alone is 5 1/2" x 5".
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13TH CENTURY ENGLISH DEED &
13TH CENTURY ENGLISH DEED & SILVER COINFramed English Medieval land deed dated April 15, 1257 together with a Medieval silver penny from the same period. Framed with these two items is a later translation of the deed, likely 19th century. Sight - 2 1/2" H x 7 1/8" W. Overall frame - 19 3/4" H x 15 3/4" W. (Higher-resolution photos are available at www.caseantiques.com)
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Creasing to 13th century deed, some toning.
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After Claude Lorraine A sepia
After Claude Lorraine A sepia mezzotint by Richard Earlom from "Liber Veritatis; or A Collection of Prints After the Original Designs of Claude Le Lorrain" plate no. 146 on laid paper framed in a wide gilt frame with a narrow linen liner under non-glare glass overall 14-1/4" x 16".
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SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE DOCUMENT, 1572
SCOTTISH RENAISSANCE DOCUMENT, 1572 James Sandiland (c.1511-1579, sometime Grand Master of the Knights Hospitaller, 1st Lord Torphichen) original manuscript document in Latin and English, June 3, 1572, to John Browne, with a large seal affixed; faintly endorsed verso; 1 p., on vellum, 8 x 9 1/2 in.
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THE GREAT EVENTS BY FAMOUS
THE GREAT EVENTS BY FAMOUS HISTORIANS (The National Alumni, 1904 and later, n.p.), this set dedicated to John Murray McClellan, killed in action, Vierzy, France, July 19, 1918, 22 volumes, covers 5867 B.C. - 1914 A.D.), small 4to (9-1/2 in), leather with gilt boards. Owner inscribed on front pastedown.
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1824 United Stat
1824 United Stat
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1 vol. Raleigh, Sir Walter. The
1 vol. Raleigh, Sir Walter. The History of The World. London, 1614 (but 1628). Folio, old calf; re-backed, old red morocco spine label; covers rubbed & with small blisters, hinges reinforced. With engraved portrait on t.p., 6 double-page maps, 2 double-page battle plans. Scattered light foxing, very minor occasional dampstaining & darkening at edges. Trimmed - but with good margins to text leaves, margins of maps slightly affected. With text leaf facing engraved title. Annotations & catalogue clippings on front endpapers. Colophon: London, printed for H. Lownes, G. Lathum, and R. Young. Anno Domini 1628. Sound, internally attractive copy, in repaired contemp. bdg. STC 20640; Sabin 67560 ,000-
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(4) SMALL MILITARY PRINTS, FRAMED
(4) SMALL MILITARY PRINTS, FRAMED 7th-15th c. full-length portraits, handcolored engravings, including: Charles V; Normans under Dagobert 1st; Guerre du Roi Jean & 14th c Soldier. In matching gold framed museum mount with mat and UV plexi by Ursula Hobson of Philadelphia. 13" x 10".
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Collection of Fourteen Pieces of
Collection of Fourteen Pieces of British Legal, Commercial and Nautical Ephemera, including a William III parchment indenture of 1698; a William IV parchment deed of 1834 for property in county Fife, Scotland; an 1884 Edinburgh invoice for a cricketer's uniform; an 1896 Edinburgh contractor's invoice for plumbing repair; a 1901 Power of Attorney for William Knowles and Sons, Butchers of Smithfield House, Fleetwood, Lancastershire; a 1909 Edinburgh engraver's purchase order; a 1910 London clothier's invoice; four insurance policies of 1910, 1912, 1913 and 1925; and nautical emphemera: a mock "Arctic Circle Crossing" Certificate; a souvenir "letter card" with six views of HMS Victory, postmarked 1960; and a John Adams, Southampton catalogue of ship photographs infolded with seven Cunard related newspaper and catalogue clippings, among them an obituary of the shipbuilder Sir Charles Parker and images of the Cunard ships "Campania" and "Umbria".