1787 Collection of Original Royal Letters King Charles James Bohemia Portraits

1787 Collection of Original Royal Letters King Charles James Bohemia Portraits

 

A rare, fine first edition of a collection of letters written by King Charles I and II, King James of Scotland, and the King and Queen of Bohemia. These 16^th-century letters were organized and gathered by Sir George Bromley. These letters are written in both French and English. In addition to letters and correspondence, this book includes portraits of Prince Rupert, Queen of Bohemia, Ruperta, and Emanuel Scrope Howe as well as an engraving of autographs and royal seals.

 

Item number: #1200

Price: $499

 

BROMLEY, George

 

A collection of original royal letters written by King Charles the First and Second, King James the Second, and the King and Queen of Bohemia; together with original letters, written by … several other distinguished persons; from the year 1619, to 1665. Dedicated, … to His Majesty, by Sir George Bromley

 

London : Printed for John Stockdale, opposite burlington House, piccadilly, MDCCLXXXVII. [1787]. First edition.

 

Details:

• Collation complete with all pages: [xl], 320
  • 5 plates, portraits and a table of autographs
    • Prince Rupert
    • Queen of Bohemia
    • Ruperta
    • Emanuel Scrope Howe
  • Binding: Leather; tight & secure
  • References: ESTC T 139260; Lowndes 281
    • Lowndes calls this work “a valuable collection”
  • Provenance: Armorial Bookplate – Digby Sheffield Neave
  • Language: French & English
  • Size: ~8in X 5.5in (20cm x 14cm)

 

Our Guarantee:

Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide.

Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation!

 

                                                                                     

1200