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10-Volume Set of Captain Marryat's Novels – 18th Century Decorative Bindings

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Lot # A854
System ID # 20988356
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10-Volume Set of Captain Marryat's Novels – 18th Century Decorative Bindings

A beautifully bound 10-volume set of novels by Captain Frederick Marryat, renowned for his classic maritime and adventure fiction. Each book features an elegant green cloth hardcover with ornate gilt and black embossed designs, including decorative motifs on both the covers and spines. Likely dating from the late 18th century, this collection exemplifies the Victorian era's craftsmanship in bookbinding.

Titles & Publication Dates:

  • Japhet in Search of a Father (1873)
  • Snarleyow (1873)
  • The Poacher (1873)
  • Percival Keene (1873)
  • Mr. Midshipman Easy (1872)
  • The King’s Own (1873)
  • Newton Forster (1873)
  • The Phantom Ship (1873)
  • The Naval Officer (1873)
  • Jacob Faithful (1873)

Condition:

  • General wear consistent with age.
  • Some spine and cover wear, with visible rubbing, fraying, and chipping.
  • Gilding remains clear but shows signs of fading on certain volumes.
  • Bindings appear intact, though some spines show fraying.
  • Pages exhibit light foxing, toning, and possible minor warping due to moisture exposure.

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10 Hardcover Books Collection