Fox Hunting
ALKEN, Henry
Published by London: Thomas Mc.Lean, 1823
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Four Magnificent Hand Colored Aquatint Plates, All Heightened With Gum Arabic Showing the Full Sweep of the Hunt Across the Rolling English Countryside… ALKEN, Henry. Fox Hunting. London: Thomas Mc.Lean, 1823. First edition. Oblong folio (13 5/8 x 17 7/8 inches; 347 x 454 mm.). An untitled series of four superb plates etched by Henry Alken and aquatinted by G. Hunt. The plates printed in color and finished by hand, all heightened with gum arabic. Average plate image size 10 7/8 x 16 1/16 inches: 277 x 408 mm. All with the imprint "London. Published by Thomas Mc.Lean. 26 Haymarket, 1823." Margins of plates very slightly browned but still a magnificent series of plates showing the full sweep of the hunt across the rolling English countryside, with outstanding coloring. Bound into an album for the Lakeside Press Chicago ca. 1930 (stamp-signed on front turn-in) in half orange morocco over gray paper boards ruled in gilt. Front cover with shield shaped blue morocco label lettered in gilt, smooth spine lettered in gilt, pale gray endpapers. Bookplate of Joel Spitz on front paste-down. Very rare. We can find no other record of this set of four. There was no copy in the Fitz Eugene Dixon sale (Anderson Galleries, New York, 1937). Provenance: purchased in Paris, 1947. The plates: 1. The Cover. 2. Full Cry. 3. Check. 4. The Death. Mellon/Snelgrove, Alken 19 (listed as "A set of four"); Siltzer p. 60; Wilder, English Sporting Prints, p. 219. Seller Inventory # 03351
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Title: Fox Hunting
Publisher: London: Thomas Mc.Lean, 1823
Edition: 1st Edition
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Fox Hunting - Breaking Cover (Colour Print, 1930s Reproduction)
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McLean, UK, 1930
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Seller: Maynard & Bradley, Leicester, United Kingdom
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Softcover. Condition: Very Good. c.1930. A very well-presented 1930s reproduction of an etching by Henry Alken, originally published by McLean in 1820. Clean and unmarked across the entire image surface, and free from any notable marks or wear, with a false platemark adding to the overall presentation, suitable for framing or display. Why on Amazon do most sellers not describe their actual book? Buy with confidence and support a genuine Independent Bricks & Mortar Real Bookshop. We are Maynard & Bradley CAMBO & PBFA(now lapsed) members here in Leicester City Centre. Size: 455 x 275 mm. 1. Item Type: Book. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Sports & Pastimes; Britain/UK; 1930s; Inventory No: 46065. Seller Inventory # 46065
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Fox Hunting (Colour Print, 1930s Reproduction)
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McLean, UK, 1930
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Softcover
Seller: Maynard & Bradley, Leicester, United Kingdom
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Softcover. Condition: Very Good. c.1930. A very well-presented 1930s reproduction of an etching by Henry Alken, originally published by McLean in 1820. Clean and unmarked across the entire image surface, and free from any notable marks or wear, with a false platemark adding to the overall presentation, suitable for framing or display. Why on Amazon do most sellers not describe their actual book? Buy with confidence and support a genuine Independent Bricks & Mortar Real Bookshop. We are Maynard & Bradley CAMBO & PBFA(now lapsed) members here in Leicester City Centre. Size: 455 x 275 mm. 1. Item Type: Book. Multiple copies available this title. Quantity Available: 2. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Sports & Pastimes; Britain/UK; 1930s; Inventory No: 46064. Seller Inventory # 46064
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Fox Hunting - The Death (Colour Print, 1930s Reproduction)
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McLean, UK, 1930
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Softcover
Seller: Maynard & Bradley, Leicester, United Kingdom
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Softcover. Condition: Very Good. c.1930. A very well-presented 1930s reproduction of an etching by Henry Alken, originally published by McLean in 1820. Clean and unmarked across the entire image surface, and free from any notable marks or wear, with a false platemark adding to the overall presentation, suitable for framing or display. Why on Amazon do most sellers not describe their actual book? Buy with confidence and support a genuine Independent Bricks & Mortar Real Bookshop. We are Maynard & Bradley CAMBO & PBFA(now lapsed) members here in Leicester City Centre. Size: 455 x 275 mm. 1. Item Type: Book. Multiple copies available this title. Quantity Available: 2. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Sports & Pastimes; Britain/UK; 1930s; Inventory No: 46066. Seller Inventory # 46066
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Fox Hunting - Going into Cover (Colour Print, 1930s Reproduction)
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McLean, UK, 1930
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Softcover
Seller: Maynard & Bradley, Leicester, United Kingdom
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Softcover. Condition: Very Good. c.1930. A very well-presented 1930s reproduction of an etching by Henry Alken, originally published by McLean in 1820. Clean and unmarked across the entire image surface, and free from any notable marks or wear, with a false platemark adding to the overall presentation, suitable for framing or display. Why on Amazon do most sellers not describe their actual book? Buy with confidence and support a genuine Independent Bricks & Mortar Real Bookshop. We are Maynard & Bradley CAMBO & PBFA(now lapsed) members here in Leicester City Centre. Size: 455 x 275 mm. 1. Item Type: Book. Multiple copies available this title. Quantity Available: 2. Shipped Weight: Under 500 grams. Category: Sports & Pastimes; Britain/UK; 1930s; Inventory No: 46067. Seller Inventory # 46067
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NOTITIA VENATICA : A TREATISE ON FOX-HUNTING EMBRACING THE GENERAL MANAGEMENT OF HOUNDS
Published by
John C. Nimmo, London, 1892
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Hardcover
Seller: Revaluation Books, Exeter, United Kingdom
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Cloth. Condition: Good. No Jacket. New Edition. Illustrated throughout, only 3 of 12 coloured plates remaining (all by Alken). Good in cloth, some wear, a few pages loose but nothing serious. 406 pages. Spine cloth badly worn. Seller Inventory # 002111
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Sporting sketches : consisting of subjects relating to sports of the field, as horses, dogs, live and dead game, wild fowl, fox hunting, shooting, coursing, fishing, &c. &c. The whole illustrative of landscape scenery / by Henry Alken. 1817 [LeatherBound]
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Seller: S N Books World, Delhi, India
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LeatherBound. Condition: New. Leatherbound edition. Condition: New. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. Bound in genuine leather with Satin ribbon page markers and Spine with raised gilt bands. Pages: 114. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Reprinted from 1817 edition. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. IF YOU WISH TO ORDER PARTICULAR VOLUME OR ALL THE VOLUMES YOU CAN CONTACT US. Resized as per current standards. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Language: English Pages: 114. Seller Inventory # LB100157333039
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Notitia venatica : a treatise on fox-hunting : embracing the general management of hounds and the diseases of dogs : including distemper and rabies, also kennel lameness, its cause and cure 1847 [LeatherBound]
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Seller: True World of Books, Delhi, India
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LeatherBound. Condition: New. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1847 edition. Leather Binding on Spine and Corners with Golden leaf printing on spine. NO changes have been made to the original text. This is NOT a retyped or an ocr'd reprint. Illustrations, Index, if any, are included in black and white. Each page is checked manually before printing. Pages: 246 As this print on demand book is reprinted from a very old book, there could be some missing or flawed pages, but we always try to make the book as complete as possible. Fold-outs, if any, are not part of the book. If the original book was published in multiple volumes then this reprint is of only one volume, not the whole set. Sewing binding for longer life, where the book block is actually sewn (smythe sewn/section sewn) with thread before binding which results in a more durable type of binding. Pages: 246 Language: English. Seller Inventory # LB990002196598
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Notitia venatica : a treatise on fox-hunting : embracing the general management of hounds and the diseases of dogs : including distemper and rabies, also kennel lameness, its cause and cure 1847 [Leather Bound]
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Notitia Venatica A Treatise on Fox-Hunting Embracing the General Management of Hounds
Published by
John C. Nimmo, London, 1892
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Hardcover
Seller: St Marys Books And Prints, Stamford, United Kingdom
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Hardback. Henry Alken and Others (illustrator). A New Edition Revised Corrected and Enlarged by William CA Blew Red cloth boards titling in gilt to spine and upper board Spine rubbed showing wear and fraying Corners scuffed Rear board is a little marked splitting along joint with spine Top edge gilt Prev owners ink inscription to front pastedown and to verso of ffep Only four of the 12 plates listed are present pp 406. book. Seller Inventory # 066354
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Notitia venatica : a treatise on fox-hunting : embracing the general management of hounds and the diseases of dogs : including distemper and rabies, also kennel lameness, its cause and cure 1847 [Leather Bound]
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Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
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Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2023, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1847. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 246, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 246. Seller Inventory # LB1111000433783
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