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BAKER (Richard). A Chronicle of the Kings of England.
See original version (French)
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BAKER (Richard). A Chronicle of the Kings of England.
See original version (French)
Estimate €300 - €400
Voluntary lot
Description
BAKER (Richard). A Chronicle of the Kings of England. London, H. Sawbridge et al., 1684. Folio, speckled calfskin, double blind-stamped rule, plain spine decorated with blind-stamped panels, marbled edges (contemporary binding). Eighth edition of this important chronicle of the kings of England from Roman times to the reign of Charles II.
It is illustrated with a frontispiece and a portrait of Charles II, engraved on copper by William Sherwin.
From the library of François-César Le Tellier, Marquis de Courtanvaux (1782, no. 3352), with an engraved bookplate and seal.
Some foxing and wormholes in the margins of the first six leaves; binding slightly rubbed; corners worn.
See original version (French)
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About the sale
Antique books – Alchemy & the occult sciences
Auction location
Auction time
11/04/2026 at 2:00 PM
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