8th Feb, 2024 11:00
The Oxford Library Sale
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BARKER (Robert). Printer, London, ‘The Bible’, bound with the ‘Book of Common Prayer’ 1614. Old Testament with Apocrypha 1611 – New Testament 1615 Concordance and Tables 1613. End paper with copious notes, later full calf with red title. Binding loose, 220 x 165mm – wear and tear compatible with age (1).
Sold for £800
Estimated at £200 - £400
BARKER (Robert). Printer, London, ‘The Bible’, bound with the ‘Book of Common Prayer’ 1614. Old Testament with Apocrypha 1611 – New Testament 1615 Concordance and Tables 1613. End paper with copious notes, later full calf with red title. Binding loose, 220 x 165mm – wear and tear compatible with age (1).
Boards loose, leather binding bumped/scuffed/worn. This is a ‘Family Bible’, thus numerous handwritten notes/records in first few pages (some of which are torn and worn at edges, see pics). Paper yellowed commensurate with age.
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Auction: The Oxford Library Sale, 8th Feb, 2024
Day One
Clocks, Furniture, Works of Art and Collectable - Lots 1 - 406
Day Two
Fine Bindings and Incunables from the collection of the late John P. Love - Lots 501- 575 (Click here to read about J. P. Love)
Antiquarian and Modern Books from multiple vendors - Lots 576 - 598
Books from the Library of the late Malcom Deas - Lots 601 - 702 (Click here to read about M. Deas)
Antiquarian and Modern Books from multiple vendors - Lots 703 - 783
Viewing
Saturday 3 February 9am - 1pm
Monday 5 February 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 6 February 9am - 5pm
