1901 Universal Classic Manuscripts George F. Warner British Museum Facsimiles
Offered is an oversized antique folio titled Universal Classic Manuscripts: Fac-Similes from Originals in the Department of Manuscripts, British Museum, edited with descriptions, notes, references, and translations by George F. Warner. Published by M. Walter Dunne, New York and London, circa 1901.
The volume reproduces historically important letters, documents, and autographs associated with English monarchs, statesmen, military figures, and authors. Examples pictured include Henry V, Edward IV, and John Pym. Please note that the manuscript pages and signatures are period printed facsimiles and are not original handwritten documents.
Burgundy cloth binding with an ornate printed paper cover label. Condition is fair and suitable for display, reference, restoration, or breaking for framed historical facsimiles. The covers show rubbing, stains, edge wear, and fraying. The front inner hinge is fully split and the binding requires careful handling. Interior pages have expected toning and scattered spotting but retain strong visual appeal. This is one volume from a work often issued as a two-volume set. Please review all photographs for contents and condition.
Large and heavy; carefully packed shipping is recommended. Sold as shown.
Offered is an oversized antique folio titled Universal Classic Manuscripts: Fac-Similes from Originals in the Department of Manuscripts, British Museum, edited with descriptions, notes, references, and translations by George F. Warner. Published by M. Walter Dunne, New York and London, circa 1901.
The volume reproduces historically important letters, documents, and autographs associated with English monarchs, statesmen, military figures, and authors. Examples pictured include Henry V, Edward IV, and John Pym. Please note that the manuscript pages and signatures are period printed facsimiles and are not original handwritten documents.
Burgundy cloth binding with an ornate printed paper cover label. Condition is fair and suitable for display, reference, restoration, or breaking for framed historical facsimiles. The covers show rubbing, stains, edge wear, and fraying. The front inner hinge is fully split and the binding requires careful handling. Interior pages have expected toning and scattered spotting but retain strong visual appeal. This is one volume from a work often issued as a two-volume set. Please review all photographs for contents and condition.
Large and heavy; carefully packed shipping is recommended. Sold as shown.
