The plates are for Lucy Birks (Peake 492), George H. Harris (Peake 2378), and Norman McDougall (Peake 3560). External dimensions 132 � 106 mm, 108 � 61 mm, and 115 � 95 mm, respectively; the Birks plate has two light corner creases; the Harris plate has a few tiny marks; overall, in excellent condition. London-born Frederick Christian Britton (1889-1931) arrived in South Australia in 1910. He was an artist and arts educator, not least the first principal of the Adelaide School of Arts. Provenance: H.B. (Harry) Muir (1909-1992), bookseller, publisher and bookplate collector; by descent. [3 items].

Seller Inventory # 134408

Contact seller

Report this item

Bibliographic Details

Title

Three bookplates by Fred C. Britton

Seller catalogs

Store Description

Michael Treloar Antiquarian Booksellers, established in March 1976, deal in fine and rare books, photographs and manuscripts. Treloars conduct regular specialist book auctions, maintain a retail outlet in the heart of the city of Adelaide and are longstanding members of Australian and New Zealand Association of Antiquarian Booksellers (ANZAAB) and the International League of Antiquarian Booksellers (ILAB).

Visit Seller's Storefront

Association Member

Members of these associations are committed to maintaining the highest standards. They vouch for the authenticity of all items offered for sale. They provide expert and detailed descriptions, disclose all significant defects and/or restorations, provide clear and accurate pricing, and operate with fairness and honesty during the purchase experience.

Seller's business information

Michael Treloar Pty Ltd
GPO Box 2289, Adelaide, SA, 5001, Australia

Sale & Shipping Terms

Terms of Sale

If found to be incorrectly described, goods may be returned, provided notification is given within seven days of receipt

Michael Treloar Pty Ltd (ABN 48 079 937 358) GPO Box 2289, Adelaide, SA 5001, Australia
Contact: Mr Michael Treloar, +61 8 8223 1111, treloars@treloars.com

Shipping Terms

Orders shipped within two business days.

Shipping charges quoted are based on a 1kg (2.2 lb) parcel. This is usually sufficient for a standard octavo book properly packed for shipping.

Heavier books, sets of books, or for parcels sent by express or courier services may require extra shipping charges.

Insurance is not included, but can be arranged on request; please contact us for a quote.

Payment Methods

Direct Debit (Personally Authorized Payment) Check Money Order PayPal Bank/Wire Transfer

Add to Wants