- 2 Frassetto Way - Lincoln Park, NJ 07035
Fall Great Estates Curated Auction
Lot 127:
Thomas Hardy (England, 1840-1928). The Hand of Ethelberta. A Comedy in Chapters, in 2 volumes. First edition, 1876. With illustrations. Publisher Smith, Elder, & Co., 15 Waterloo Place, London; printed by Spottiswoode and Co., London. Stanley J. Keyes bookplate, ex-libris. Each volume in yellow cloth case with yellow cloth and leather slipcases. 5 1/2" x 8 5/8".
Bumped corners, wear to red cloth boards and spines, bindings loose, cloth separating from binding volume I, pink residue to front pastedowns, cloth starting to separate from binding volume II, minor foxing; scratches and wear to slipcases.
Provenance: private collection, New York City, thence by descent.
Condition: Notice to bidders: The absence of a condition report does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition. Photos are considered part of the condition report. Complete condition information is available by request, no later than 24 hours prior to the auction. All lots are offered and sold "as is", and Willow Auctions will not provide refunds based on condition. Timepiece movements, lighting and electrics have not been tested, and art has not been examined out of the frame unless otherwise stated.
Share this lot:
