The Vicar of Wakefield (Signed F. Bedford Binding)

Goldsmith, Oliver

Published by John Sharp, London, 1828

About this Item

16mo.,viii(1)226pp. Beautiful Early Edition bound by famed bookbinder Francis Bedford of London, (signed on verso of front end-paper), in full tan calf with double gilt-ruled borders, gilt dentelles on turn-ins, raised bands on spine with gilt-decorated compartments and title in gilt upon a brown leather label in 2nd compartment. a.e.g., Marbled end-papers. Additional illustrated title page which is replicated through with alternate illustrations for each. Square, tight and clean throughout with little or no toning or foxing. Mild wear to spine ends, edges and tips. Gilt rubbed away in large measure on the lower three spine compartments. A gorgeous collectable copy and a fairly uncommon edition. Seller Inventory # 010664

Bibliographic Details

Title: The Vicar of Wakefield (Signed F. Bedford ...

Publisher: John Sharp, London

Publication Date: 1828

Binding: Full-Leather

Condition: Near Fine Minus