Sold for:
$1,920
$1,920
Sidney, Sir Philip (1554-1586) The Countesse of Pembroke's Arcadia . London: for J. Waterson and R. Young, 1638. Folio, later edition, STC 22550; bound in unrestored, intact contemporary speckled calf with gilt label, ex libris Lady Elizabeth Pennyman (nee Norcliffe) (1612-1678) with her dated ownership inscription on verso of title and rear blanks, most likely bound for Lady Pennyman c. 1640, some minor interior spotting typical of 17th century books, a copy in unusually good condition. "Fool, said my muse to me, look in thy heart and write." -- Astrophel and Stella , Sonnet 1.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2012-11-18
