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Sail … With an Introduction by Alan Villiers.
by SPURLING, J. [artist, Basil LUBBOCK [text], and F. A. HOOK [editor]
- Used
- Hardcover
- Condition
- See description
- Seller
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London, London, United Kingdom
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About This Item
London, Patrick Stephens Limited, [1972]. Three volumes, large 4to. Half turquoise goatskin over blue cloth boards; spine lettered in gilt, front cover ornamented in gilt, top edges gilt; housed in the custom-made slip-case; pp. [xxi], 153, [v]; [xx], 152, [xviii]; [xvii], 102, [iv]; colour plates, black and white figures, and folding diagrams; light wear to bindings and slip-case, a rather attractive set. A fine facsimile of a tall ship classic, number 81 of a print run limited to 100; pictured by J. Spurling, storied by Basil Lubbock, Edited by F.A. Hook, with an introduction by Alan Villers.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Henry Sotheran Ltd.
(GB)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 2112180
- Title
- Sail … With an Introduction by Alan Villiers.
- Author
- SPURLING, J. [artist, Basil LUBBOCK [text], and F. A. HOOK [editor]
- Book Condition
- Used
- Binding
- Hardcover
- Note
- May be a multi-volume set and require additional postage.
Terms of Sale
Henry Sotheran Ltd.
30 day return guarantee, with full refund including original shipping costs for up to 30 days after delivery if an item arrives misdescribed or damaged.
About the Seller
Henry Sotheran Ltd.
Biblio member since 2018
London, London
About Henry Sotheran Ltd.
Founded in York in 1761 and established in London on 1815, Henry Sotheran Limited has a long and distinguished history.For over 250 years we have been offering unsurpassed opportunities to collectors. Throughout our history we have prided ourselves on the quality and condition of our books and our friendly service.Our premises just off Piccadilly in the heart of London's West End are spacious and elegantly appointed and we welcome regular clients and passers-by alike to wander in and browse in a relaxing and convivial atmosphere.
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- Gilt
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