Catalogue of the Valuable and Extensive Library Formed by George Dunn, Esq. (Deceased) Woolley Hall, Near Maidenhead; Sold by Order of the Executors: ... and Printed Books Relating to English L - Softcover
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Excerpt from Catalogue of the Valuable and Extensive Library Formed by George Dunn, Esq. (Deceased) Woolley Hall, Near Maidenhead; Sold by Order of the Executors: The First Portion, Comprising the Collection of Early Manuscripts and Printed Books Relating to English Law, and Early Manuscripts Printed Books and Old Buildings, Which Will Be Sold by Auction by Messrs. Sotheby, Wilkinson and Hodge
The illuminations TO this fine ms. Are remarkable EX amples OF english OR anglo-norman art OF the period. The Historiated Miniatures measure 24 by 2 ih. And 3 by 212 in. And are connected with fine large decorative initials with elongations down two margins, and are chicfly costumed figures in blue, red and grey on diapered grounds, within a blue and white ornamental border, in an outside gold frame. The Initials are painted in the outside and middle margins of the text, some times 6 on a page, and the elongations frequently extend the full length of the text. They are composedof floreate designs in blue, red, pink, grey and gold, and end in human and animal grotesques, some having full-length costumed figures at the apex. [from Henry W hite's Library, sold A pril.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book presents a comprehensive exploration of legal manuscripts and printed books from a remarkable law library formed by an English collector, George Dunn, in the nineteenth century. The collection is a treasure trove of legal knowledge, spanning from the thirteenth century until the early nineteenth century. The focus of this book is on the historical development of English law. It examines how laws were established, enforced, and varied over time, shedding light on the evolution of legal thought and practices in England. These manuscripts and printed materials offer a rich trove of information and insights for legal historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of our legal system. The collection is particularly strong in works on common law, including important early treatises, statutes, and reports. It also contains a significant number of works on canon law, civil law, and other legal topics. Overall, this book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of English law. The collection provides a unique opportunity to study the development of the legal system over several centuries, and to gain a deeper understanding of the legal principles and practices that continue to shape our society today. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333269777_0
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