Punch, or the London Chiavari [First 100 volumes complete in 25]

Punch Magazine (London)

London : Published at the Office, 1841-1891, 1841. First Edition. Very good copies uniformly bound in contemporary gilt-blocked 1/2 leather over boards. Spine bands and panel edges somewhat dulled and rubbed as with age. Spine compartments uniformly tooled in gilt, with raised bands. All edges marbled; marbled endpapers. Staining and rubbing evident in varying degrees to the spine covers. Text and plates are a very clean and sound condition throughout. This unique and highly collectible set remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright and strong. Provenance: From the library of Eric George Hatfield Moody with his bookplate to the front pastedown of each volume.; 8vo 8" - 9" tall; 1 pages; Description: 100v. in 25: illus, ; 28cm. The first 100 volumes of Punch Magazine professionally bound in 25 books. Subjects: Punch magazine -- Satire -- British humour -- English wit and humor -- Periodicals. Item #214032

Price: €4,250.00