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The Life of George Washington by Washington Irving, Five Volumes, 1856-1859
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- Dimensions:Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 9.63 in (24.47 cm)Depth: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1856-1859
- Condition:Additions or alterations made to the original: Volumes have been rebound in 1/4 tan calf leather and cloth, with blind embossed tooling and stamps to spines and boards, raised bands and gilt titles to spines, and embossed facsimile signature. Rebound by Felton Bookbinding, Ltd. in Canada, 2021. Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Colorado Springs, CO
- Reference Number:Seller: BK08091stDibs: LU909725552132
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