Hamilton Palace Libraries First Portion (22 results)

Condition: New. In.

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Condition: New. In.

Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This rare catalogue details the auction of a portion of the Beckford library, which was removed from Hamilton Palace and sold by Sotheby Wilkinson Hodge. It contains the prices and purchasers of the books and serves as a record of an important moment in the history of book collecting. Whether you are a collector or a historian, this catalogue is an invaluable resource.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Hardback. Condition: New.

Buch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - This rare catalogue details the auction of a portion of the Beckford library, which was removed from Hamilton Palace and sold by Sotheby Wilkinson Hodge. It contains the prices and purchasers of the books and serves as a record of an important moment in the history of book collecting. Whether you are a collector or a historian, this catalogue is an invaluable resource.

Soft cover. Condition: Good. 1st Edition. 235, 195, Xxvii, Xii. Four Volumes, Complete Catalog Of Parts I And Ii (1882) And Prices, And Purchasers' Names [Only, Not The Descriptive Catalogs] For Parts Iii And Iv (1883). First Printings In Original Wrappers. Wear, Small Chips And Tears To Covers, Rear Wrapper Of Parts I, Ii And Iii Lacking.

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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

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Condition: New. PRINT ON DEMAND.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000.

False (illustrator). In-8°, pp. IV, 237, XXXI; IV, 195, XXVII; VI, 196, XXVII; IV, 78, XII, legatura in mezza pelle con titolo in oro al dorso. Ottimo esemplare Raro catalogo della grande e pregiata vendita delllo scrittore e collezionista William Beckford, che "spese considerevoli somme di denaro per la sua biblioteca a Fonthill nel Wiltshire. I suoi primi acquisti furono effettuati intorno al 1785, a Parigi, e continuarono fino alla sua vecchiaia. Quando vendette Fonthill, nel 1822, a John Farquhar (che ne rivendette il contenuto, inclusa la biblioteca, il 9 settembre 1823), trasferì tutti i libri di valore nella sua nuova residenza a Lansdowne Terrace, Bath, dove fu sepolto 1844. Le sue collezioni d'arte, insieme ai suoi libri e alle stampe, andarono a suo genero, il decimo duca di Hamilton. Quando i cimeli di Hamilton furono smaltiti, la biblioteca di Beckford, che era stata tenuta separata, fu messa all'asta da Sotheby's in quattro vendite consecutive, che fruttarono l'enorme somma di £ 86.000" (De Ricci, p.84).

London, Sotheby, Wilkinson & Hodge, 1882, format in-8°, iv pp + 237 pp ( describing 3197 lots). Bound in contemporary full claret coloured cloth. Leather title label on spine. Original wrapper retained. Fine copy of the original edition, of the first portion of the auction sale catalogue.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition . 2 hardcover books Vol 1 contains the First and Second Portions and Vol 2 contains the Third and Fourth Portions Both books in great shape 1st editions 1882 as Sold at Sotheby, Wilkenson and Hodge auctions 1882.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition . 2 hardcover books Vol 1 contains the First and Second Portions and Vol 2 contains the Third and Fourth Portions Both books in great shape 1st editions 1882 as Sold at Sotheby, Wilkenson and Hodge auctions 1882.

LeatherBound. Condition: New. BOOKS ARE EXEMPT FROM IMPORT DUTIES AND TARIFFS; NO EXTRA CHARGES APPLY. LeatherBound edition. Condition: New. Reprinted from 1882 edition. 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. A perfect gift for your loved ones. Pages: 207 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. 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: 207.

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. 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 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1882. 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:- 258, 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. 258 258.