London: Sotheby's, 1965-1989. small 4to. original boards except parts five and six which are in the original paper wrappers. Ten volumes. First ten volumes of these auction catalogues describing this magnificent collection (lacks the 11th volume which was issued in 1989). Contains one of the best selections of bookbindings and books about bookbindings ever sold at auction. Hundreds of plates of illustrations. Prices realized in all volumes except volume eight. Covers of volume 9 have...
Paris, France: (Bethune et Plon), 1845. 4to. original stiff paper wrappers. 7+(1); 19+(1) pages. Text in French. A scarce study of the creation of Arabic numerals, with some plates signed by the author. With 19 plates, 10 hand-colored. An absolutely beautiful example of calligraphy. Light chipping to spine and rear corner. Near fine, and very scarce in this condition.
