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2 Vols Antique Book, British Sports and Sportsmen, English, Sporting Reference

$1,313.24per set
£971per set
€1,149.60per set
CA$1,815.66per set
A$2,033.85per set
CHF 1,068.25per set
MX$24,730.93per set
NOK 13,527.54per set
SEK 12,841.27per set
DKK 8,579.88per set

About the Item

This is 2 large antique volumes of British Sports and Sportsmen. An English, bound and numbered limited edition sporting reference book, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1920. Two large volumes of sporting interest, compiled by The Sportsman newspaper (1865 - 1924) Displaying a desirable aged patina and in lightly time worn, intact antique order Covered in Morocco over board with gold titling and ribbed spine Numbered limited edition - 464 of 1000 copies Illustrated with lithographs and photo reproductions This is two fascinating large antique volumes of British Sports and Sportsmen, with pleasingly illustrated entries of prominent names in the 19th and early 20th century sporting world. Delivered ready to enjoy. Dimensions: Max Width: 29cm (11.5'') Max Depth: 5.5cm (2.25'') Max Height: 37.5cm (14.75'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.77 in (37.5 cm)Width: 11.42 in (29 cm)Depth: 2.17 in (5.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Other (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in good, intact antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 252831stDibs: LU2645344187412

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