Ending Sep 12, 2024 12:02 EST
Rare Books, Autographs & Maps
123
Selden's An Historical and Political Discourse of the Laws and Government of England
SELDEN, JOHN
An Historical and Political Discourse of the Laws and Government of England, From the First Times to the End of the Reign of Queen Elizabeth. With a Vindication of the Ancient Way of Parliaments in England. Collected from Some Manuscript Notes of John Selden by Nathaniel Bacon of Grays Inn, Esquire. London: Printed for John Starkey, 1689 (dated 1682 on the section-titles). Fourth edition. Two volumes bound as one, old paneled calf. 12 7/8 x 7 5/8 inches (32.75 x 19.5 cm); [xx], 203; [v]; 168, 167-188, [6] pp. (pagination irregular but textually complete). Binding wear, rather crudely rebacked, scattered toning and foxing to the first few leaves, lower corner creased in the first four signatures. Bookplate of Lucius O'Brien, 5th Baronet Inchiquin.
Several times suppressed (as is described on the first leaf, signed in type by the publisher), this is an important work on the history of English law.
SELDEN, JOHN
An Historical and Political Discourse of the Laws and Government of England, From the First Times to the End of the Reign of Queen Elizabeth. With a Vindication of the Ancient Way of Parliaments in England. Collected from Some Manuscript Notes of John Selden by Nathaniel Bacon of Grays Inn, Esquire. London: Printed for John Starkey, 1689 (dated 1682 on the section-titles). Fourth edition. Two volumes bound as one, old paneled calf. 12 7/8 x 7 5/8 inches (32.75 x 19.5 cm); [xx], 203; [v]; 168, 167-188, [6] pp. (pagination irregular but textually complete). Binding wear, rather crudely rebacked, scattered toning and foxing to the first few leaves, lower corner creased in the first four signatures. Bookplate of Lucius O'Brien, 5th Baronet Inchiquin.
Several times suppressed (as is described on the first leaf, signed in type by the publisher), this is an important work on the history of English law.
Auction: Rare Books, Autographs & Maps, ending Sep 12, 2024
-
Auction of Rare Books, Autographs & Maps on September 12, 2024
-
Consignments Are Currently Being Accepted for Future Auctions
-
We Invite You to Contact Us for a Complimentary Auction Evaluation of Your Books, Autographs & Maps
NEW YORK, NY -- Doyle's auction of Rare Books, Autographs & Maps September 12, 2024 saw diverse offerings of printed and manuscript Americana, maps of all regions, early printing, fine bindings and library sets, fine printing and private press, travel and sport, science and technology, books on art and architecture, children’s and illustrated books, and English literature and American literature. Also featured were original autograph manuscripts and letters, illustration art and memorabilia. Add to an existing collection or begin a new one!
We Invite You to Auction!
Consignments are currently being accepted for future auctions. We invite you to contact us for a complimentary auction evaluation. Our Specialists are always available to discuss the sale of a single item or an entire collection.
For information, please contact Peter Costanzo at 212-427-4141 ext 248, Edward Ripley-Duggan at ext 234, or Noah Goldrach at ext 226, or email Books@Doyle.com
