BROWNING, Robert (1812-1889). Bells and Pomegranates. Parts I-VIII. London: Edward Moxon, 1841-46.
Sale 1335 - Fine Literature from the Collection of Richard C. McKenzie
Jun 6, 2024
9:00AM CT
Live / Chicago
Estimate
$1,000 -
$2,000
Sold for $3,175
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Lot Description
BROWNING, Robert (1812-1889). Bells and Pomegranates. Parts I-VIII. London: Edward Moxon, 1841-46.
8 parts in one volume, 8vo (235 x 153 mm). Half-title, part titles. Contemporary half morocco gilt, marbled sides (extremities lightly rubbed). Provenance: John G. King (ownership signature dated 1848); Donald L. Stone (bookplate).
FIRST EDITION IN THE ORIGINAL PARTS, of Browning's most important work, with the rare fifth part (also a first edition?) and the half-title for the second part (the only one issued). This collection contains many of Browning's most celebrated poems, including the "Pied Piper of Hamelin". Part V is usually lacking or supplied from the second edition. Hayward 253.
Fine Literature from the Collection of Richard C. McKenzie
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