Description:
Westmacott, Charles Malloy (1787?-1868) The English Spy. London: Sherwood, Jones, and Co., 1825 [-1826].
Two octavo volumes, illustrated with seventy-one hand-colored aquatints (sixty-eight by Robert Cruikshank, two by Thomas Rowlandson, and one each by Wageman and Brightly),woodcut vignettes on each title, text woodcuts throughout; no ads; bound in uniform full crushed red morocco gilt-extra by Riviere, a.e.g., spines gilt in compartments, inner gilt dentelles, solid dark blue end leaves, 9 1/4 x 5 1/2 in. (2)
Estimate $400-600
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.