12th May, 2015 12:00
Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Sandwich)
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[M] NORIE, J.W., TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIVE...
NORIE, J.W., TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIVE ILLUSTRATIONS OF THE MARITIME FLAGS OF ALL NATIONS; ARRANGED GEOGRAPHICALLY, WITH ENLARGED STANDARDS;
together with Regulations & Instructions Relating to British Flags, etc., London, 1840, containing 20 plates detailing 235 hand-coloured flags, with index, contemporary half-calf and marbled boards, with printed label on upper cover, good condition
A charming publication and one of the best and most comprehensive early nineteenth century illustrated guides to maritime flags. Many later editions followed, one of which (1853) was sold in these rooms 27th October 2010, lot 65 (£480).
together with Regulations & Instructions Relating to British Flags, etc., London, 1840, containing 20 plates detailing 235 hand-coloured flags, with index, contemporary half-calf and marbled boards, with printed label on upper cover, good condition
A charming publication and one of the best and most comprehensive early nineteenth century illustrated guides to maritime flags. Many later editions followed, one of which (1853) was sold in these rooms 27th October 2010, lot 65 (£480).
Sold for £310
Estimated at £300 - £400
(inc. buyer's premium of 24%)
NORIE, J.W., TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIVE ILLUSTRATIONS OF THE MARITIME FLAGS OF ALL NATIONS; ARRANGED GEOGRAPHICALLY, WITH ENLARGED STANDARDS;
together with Regulations & Instructions Relating to British Flags, etc., London, 1840, containing 20 plates detailing 235 hand-coloured flags, with index, contemporary half-calf and marbled boards, with printed label on upper cover, good condition
A charming publication and one of the best and most comprehensive early nineteenth century illustrated guides to maritime flags. Many later editions followed, one of which (1853) was sold in these rooms 27th October 2010, lot 65 (£480).
together with Regulations & Instructions Relating to British Flags, etc., London, 1840, containing 20 plates detailing 235 hand-coloured flags, with index, contemporary half-calf and marbled boards, with printed label on upper cover, good condition
A charming publication and one of the best and most comprehensive early nineteenth century illustrated guides to maritime flags. Many later editions followed, one of which (1853) was sold in these rooms 27th October 2010, lot 65 (£480).
Auction: Maritime and Scientific Models, Instruments & Art (Sandwich), 12th May, 2015
