Bewick, Thomas (1753-1828) and John (1760-1795) Select Fables

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Bewick, Thomas (1753-1828) and John (1760-1795) Select Fables. Newcastle: by Hodgson for Charnley et al., 1820.
Large paper copy in straight-grained green morocco, gilt, by Worsfeld, illustrated with a small text wood engraving at the beginning of each fable, frontispiece, portraits, vignettes, and other illustrations; some spotting and foxing, front board re-hinged, 11 x 6 3/4 in.
Estimate $1,200-1,500


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