Cabinet of Curiosities

October 1924, 2019
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LOT 87

Lot 87

James Boswell, (1740-1795)

James Boswell, (1740-1795)
Lot 87 Details
James Boswell, (1740-1795)

AN ACCOUNT OF CORSICA, THE JOURNAL OF A TOUR TO THAT ISLAND; AND MEMOIRS OF PASCAL PAOLI

8vo, 1st edition, Robert and Andrew Foulis, Glasgow, for Edward and Charles Dilly, London, 1768, half title, full title with figural cartouch, fold-out map, in red calf boards
8.3" x 5.5" — 21.2 x 14 cm.

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $720
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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