Ending Aug 15, 2023 12:28 EST

Rare Books, Autographs & Maps

 
Lot 143
 

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[ANGLING] PACK-BERESFORD, HENRY and SKUES, GEORGE EDWARD MACKENZIE. Nymphs and Their Dressings...

[ANGLING]
PACK-BERESFORD, HENRY and SKUES, GEORGE EDWARD MACKENZIE. Nymphs and Their Dressings. Being the actual patterns evolved described and dressed by that famous fisherman and great writer G.E.M. Skues Esq.
Haslemere: Creel Press, 2014. One of 30 copies only, of which this is number 23 of the twenty-five numbered copies. Publisher's full stained calf by Shepherds housed in the publisher's slipcase, all edges gilt. 8 3/4 x 5 7/8 inches (22.5 x 15 cm); with 13 nymph flies dressed by John Smith, with accompanying text after the calligraphic original. Fine.

Provenance: The Collection of Arnold "Jake" Johnson

A facsimile of the unique original by Skues that resides with The Flyfishers Club, and is one of their principal treasures. The facsimile was prepared for the members of the Club, and was only publicly available after their orders had been placed.

Provenance: The Collection of Arnold "Jake" Johnson

Sold for $3,465
Estimated at $1,200 - $1,800

Includes Buyer's Premium


 

[ANGLING]
PACK-BERESFORD, HENRY and SKUES, GEORGE EDWARD MACKENZIE. Nymphs and Their Dressings. Being the actual patterns evolved described and dressed by that famous fisherman and great writer G.E.M. Skues Esq.
Haslemere: Creel Press, 2014. One of 30 copies only, of which this is number 23 of the twenty-five numbered copies. Publisher's full stained calf by Shepherds housed in the publisher's slipcase, all edges gilt. 8 3/4 x 5 7/8 inches (22.5 x 15 cm); with 13 nymph flies dressed by John Smith, with accompanying text after the calligraphic original. Fine.

Provenance: The Collection of Arnold "Jake" Johnson

A facsimile of the unique original by Skues that resides with The Flyfishers Club, and is one of their principal treasures. The facsimile was prepared for the members of the Club, and was only publicly available after their orders had been placed.

Provenance: The Collection of Arnold "Jake" Johnson

Auction: Rare Books, Autographs & Maps, ending Aug 15, 2023

  • Successful Auction of Rare Books, Autographs & Maps on August 15, 2023
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NEW YORK, NY -- Doyle held a successful auction of Rare Books, Autographs & Maps on August 15, 2023. Offered was a summer miscellany of sporting material, Americana, fine bindings, literature, autographs, maps and more!
 

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