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Lot 356: The Life of George Washington (5)

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Historical Memorabilia Start Price:1,200.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 2,500.00 USD
Lot  356: The Life of George Washington (5)
<b>Washington Related</b><hr><b>Beautifully Rebound Five Volume Set: “The Life of George Washington”</b>

<b>(GEORGE WASHINGTON), “THE LIFE OF GEORGE WASHINGTON,” by John Marshall, Five Volume Set, Philadelphia, PA: Printed by C.P. Wayne, Extremely Fine.</b>
Published between 1804 and 1807, this important early work on the life and accomplishments of Washington was written by John Marshall, Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. Howes M317. Volume I contains 488 pages, plus 45 pages of “Notes,” but lacks the frontispiece portrait of Washington. Volume II is 560 pages, with 72 pages of Notes. Volume III is 580 pages, plus 28 pages of Notes. Volume IV is 626 pages and 16 pages of Notes. Volume V is large and has 779 pages, with 36 pages of Notes. The books are each 9” x 5.5,” beautifully rebound in modern marbled covers and a black leatherette spine, gilt-stamped with the name of the book and the volume. The bindings are in near-perfect and the hardbound, dyed plum calf, gilt-stamped spines. Internally, the pages are clean, with minor age toning, no water-staining, and minimal foxing. The modern binding makes this one of the nicest-looking sets we’ve seen. This rare, five-volume set is highly desirable, providing exceptional reading and reflecting significant historical value. The Atlas does not accompany this set. (5 items)