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3 Antique Badminton Library Books, English, Boating, Driving, Cricket, Victorian

$545.68
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This is a set of 3 antique Badminton Library Books. An English language, hard bound reference title on sporting topics, dating to the late Victorian period, circa 1890. Dedicated to the Prince of Wales (later Edward VII) the Badminton Library Books series of the late Victorian period was a series of titles covering sporting pursuits and pastimes. Covering popular sports and hobbies of late Victorian Britain, with titles such as Tennis, Boating and Cricket. Presented in good, intact antique order with minimal coloration Two titles in standard trade binding with the distinctive illustrated cover 'Driving' bound in orange and blue with gilt coat of arms to the cover Delightful illustrations accentuate each title Guest writers such as cricketer W.G. Grace and Eton Captain R. Harvey Mason add insight This is a charming set of 3 antique Badminton Library Books, offering a fascinating range of titles replete with detail and fine illustrations. Delivered ready to enjoy. Cricket (1888) - 429 pages Boating (1888) - 340 pages Driving (1890) - 426 pages Dimensions: Cricket Width: 14cm (5.5'') Cricket Depth: 4cm (1.5'') Cricket Height: 19.5cm (7.75'') Boating Width: 14.5cm (5.75'') Boating Depth: 3.5cm (1.5'') Boating Height: 19.5cm (7.75'') Driving Width: 14.5cm (5.75'') Driving Depth: 4cm (1.5'') Driving Height: 19.5cm (7.75'')
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.68 in (19.5 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
  • Style:
    Late Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Hele, Devon, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 18.97311stDibs: LU2645337558352

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