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Catalogue of the Valuable and Extensive Library Formed by George Dunn, Esq. (Deceased) Woolley Hall, Near Maidenhead; Sold by Order of the Executors: ... and Printed Books Relating to English L - Softcover
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Rare early law and manuscript collection from a prestigious British library
This auction lot presents the First Portion of a large, renowned library, featuring a curated group of early manuscripts and printed books relating to English law. It includes medieval and Renaissance works, bound volumes in calf and oak boards, and vellum manuscripts with decorative initials and period bindings. The items span a broad range of dates and formats, highlighting the long history of English legal writing and manuscript culture.
This sale offers a tangible glimpse into how law, scholarship, and bookmaking intersected across centuries. Highlights include illuminated and rubricated manuscripts, early printed treatises, and notable bindings that reflect regional book trades and collecting habits. The collection is presented as a cohesive portion of a larger library, suitable for scholars, institutions, and serious collectors.- A wide array of early legal manuscripts and printed works, many in original bindings or with distinctive period craftsmanship
- Manuscripts on vellum and folio volumes with decorative initials, rubrication, and hand-written annotations
- Rare 15th–17th century texts reflecting the development of English law and related scholarly material
- A mix of incunable-era items and later works that illustrate historical book production and binding styles
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Catalogue of the Valuable and Extensive Library Formed by George Dunn, Esq
Print on DemandSeller: Forgotten Books, London, United Kingdom
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive exploration of legal manuscripts and printed books from a remarkable law library formed by an English collector, George Dunn, in the nineteenth century. The collection is a treasure trove of legal knowledge, spanning from the thirteenth century until the early nineteenth century. The focus of this book is on the historical development of English law. It examines how laws were established, enforced, and varied over time, shedding light on the evolution of legal thought and practices in England. These manuscripts and printed materials offer a rich trove of information and insights for legal historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of our legal system. The collection is particularly strong in works on common law, including important early treatises, statutes, and reports. It also contains a significant number of works on canon law, civil law, and other legal topics. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English law. The collection provides a unique opportunity to study the development of the legal system over several centuries, and to gain a deeper understanding of the legal principles and practices that continue to shape our society today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781333269777_0
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Catalogue of the Valuable and Extensive Library Formed by George Dunn, Esq Deceased Woolley Hall, Near Maidenhead Sold by Order of the Executors and Printed Books Relating to English L
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333269777
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PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Seller Inventory # LW-9781333269777
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