23rd Feb, 2022 11:00
The Oxford Library Sale
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Whitman (Walter 'Walt') American Poet and Writer (1819-1892)
Complete Poems and Prose 1855-1888 with inscription on end paper 'T.W. Rolleston Ireland from his friend the author Walt Whitman America with love and prayers Jan 21 1889'. Untrimmed paper. 1/2 cloth of marbled boards. Bumped and tears (260 x 170mm)
Provenance: From the Estate of Patrick Dockar-Drysdale
Sold for £4,600
Estimated at £150 - £250
Whitman (Walter 'Walt') American Poet and Writer (1819-1892)
Complete Poems and Prose 1855-1888 with inscription on end paper 'T.W. Rolleston Ireland from his friend the author Walt Whitman America with love and prayers Jan 21 1889'. Untrimmed paper. 1/2 cloth of marbled boards. Bumped and tears (260 x 170mm)
Provenance: From the Estate of Patrick Dockar-Drysdale
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Auction: The Oxford Library Sale, 23rd Feb, 2022
