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July 0308, 2021
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LOT 125

Lot 125

Arthur Edward Waite

Arthur Edward Waite
Lot 125 Details
Arthur Edward Waite

THE BOOK OF BLACK MAGIC AND OF PACTS

8vo., illustrated frontispiece with tissue guard, red and black full title, 295pp., illustrated throughout, deckle edged paper in black linen boards with tooled silver title, etc., London, George Redway, 1898
10 x 7.75 in — 25.4 x 19.7 cm

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $2,160
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Provenance:

Bookplate: Ex Libris Zelma Lorie (Toronto)

CONDITION DETAILS

In substantially good condition with expected wear to boards, and clean interior.

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  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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