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Alexander Baring, first Baron Ashburton (1773-1848). Autograph Letter Signed to unnamed male correspondent. Merchant and banker (1773-1848). 2 pages, 8vo. Creased, grubby and discoloured. 'The proclamation has been made this morning and the Poll [presumably a parliamentary election, as Baring sat in the Commons from 1806] will open on Thursday next. I request therefore that our counsel may be here... |
£50.00 | |
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Joseph Freiherr von Hormayr Born 1781, died 1848. Dimensions approximately four inches by five inches. In good condition. Neatly mounted on a larger piece of paper, which is docketed 'Baron Hormayr is still famous for the part he had in the revolt of the Tyrol in 1809. Four lines in closely written gothic scrip, with... |
£100.00 | |
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Karl Kautsky Die Klassengegensätze von 1789 Zum hundertjährigen Gedenktag der grossen Revolution. One of the best-known theoreticians of the Second International (1854-1938). Subtitled 'Separat-Abdruck aus der "Neuen Zeit", Heft 1-4, 1889.' 79 pages, 8vo. In original grey printed wraps. Paper browning and with some fraying to corners of prelims, but good and tight with last gathering... |
£150.00 | |
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Charles Mackay. Autograph Letter Signed to J. Marshall, Hull. Poet and Journalist (DNB). Three pages, 8vo, evidence of having been laid down, minor damage not affecting text, ow good condition. "My terms for a [?] Lecture at Hull would be Ten guineas and my travelling expenses". He suggests an approximate date, and outlines the subjects of his lectures on... |
£125.00 | |
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[SHARE CERTIFICATE] Marconi Wireless Telegraph Company of America Temporary Certificate Exchangeable for Engraved Certificate. Approximately 8 inches by 11 inches. Printed in red and black. In good condition, but grubby, creased and with some staple and pin holes. Records the Rev. Arthur Robert William Law's holding of ten shares. Signed by the Treasurer and Vice-President, and countersigned by the Transfer Agent.... |
£35.00 | |
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George Byrom Whittaker. Autograph Letter Signed to "M. Holl" George Byrom Whittaker (DNB), bookseller and publisher (BBTI). In the papers of J.T.J. Hewlett (described below). "I cannot acquiesce in your wish of sending copies of Books on Sale, it being contrary to our custom." Originally from a larger archive, the residue of which is described in #3157 (... |
£40.00 | |
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Charles Landseer Signature only with others cut from document. Historical painter (1799-1879). Landseer's signature with others (Crowly, Ross, Graves, Lewis, Cury), probably cut from document relating to the Artist's Benevolent Fund. A line has been drawn thorugh Landseer's signature and the words "not eligible" added. |
£20.00 | |
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Copley Fielding Autograph note signed to Miss [?] Coates, Antony Vandyke Copley Fielding. Watercolour artist (1787-1855). One page, 12mo. "My dear Miss Coates, / Pray be so good as to give my kind Compliments to your mama, & say that I shall have great pleasure in coming to Bedford Place on Tuesday eveg. & with my best remembrance to your... |
£40.00 | |
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Copley Fielding. Autograph Letter Signed to an unnamed female correspondent. Artist. One page, 4to, tears on folds, but text clear and complete. He is annoyed at not meeting up and discusses his much-felt loss of a brother. "His death was as tranquil as his life." He sends good wishes to the Smiths. |
£35.00 | |
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David Wilkie Autograph Letter Signed to "Mr Macdonald/ 87 Pall Mall". Painter (1785-1841), two pages, 12mo, bifolitate leaf (damaged (adress intact), staining but text clear and complete. Text as follows: "Dear Macdonald/ I forgot to say yesterday that if you wanted a table for the room you should send to Mr Demoy Duke Street. I beg you will see about the bills at... |
£100.00 |
