Description
A classic Victorian satirical “history” of Ancient Rome by Gilbert Abbott À Beckett, famously illustrated by John Leech. This copy is a particularly attractive example: professionally rebound by Bayntun of Bath, England, with the sought-after suite of steel-engraved plates (hand-coloured) and abundant in-text illustrations.
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London: Bradbury, Evans, and Co. (undated; commonly cataloged circa 1852)
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Illustrated by John Leech, including the engraved plate set listed as “Engravings on Steel” (10 plates)
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Bayntun binder stamp (“BAYNTUN. BINDER. BATH. ENG.”) confirming a quality later binding
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Handsome half-leather style binding with gilt tooling and raised bands; marbled endpapers
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Provenance: bookplate of Charles William Seinger
Condition notes: Complete. Toning throughout, with scattered spotting/foxing noted on some blanks/guards as shown. Leather shows rubbing and wear, including small loss at the foot of the spine. Please view all photos for condition and details.
