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2 Volumes. Samuel Rogers, The Writings.

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2 Volumes. Samuel Rogers, The Writings. Bound by Zaehnsdorf in full navy calf with the covers displaying a double border with floral corner flourishes, both gilt-tooled. The spines display raised bands, label lettering, and floral panel details, all gilt-tooled with red morocco labels. All of the edges are gilded with marbled endpapers and gilt-tooled floral dentelles. Published by T. Cadell, Strand; Jennings & Caplin in London, 1830.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.75 in (19.69 cm)Width: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)Depth: 5.25 in (13.34 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
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  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1830
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU856136146972

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