The Field, The Farm, The Garden, The Country Gentleman’s Newspaper, Bound Volume No.63? From January 5 1884 to June 28, 1884. London, Field Office, 346, Strand. Elephant folio 18” x 12” Quarter-bound boards, gilt lettering to spine, some wear to spine, overall good. Invaluable Victorian historical reference, no index. A fascinating time capsule with intricate detail on sporting and field events ranging from Angling to Yachting, with multiple references to Cricket, Football, Pastimes including very early Lawn Tennis events and an impressive page of Lawn Tennis Advertisements, Shooting, Travel and Horse Racing. Also contains illustrations.
Hammer Price:
£130
Estimated Price:
£150 - £200
The Field, The Farm, The Garden, The Country Gentleman’s Newspaper, Bound Volume No.63? From January 5 1884 to June 28, 1884. London, Field Office, 346, Strand. Elephant folio 18” x 12” Quarter-bound boards, gilt lettering to spine, some wear to spine, overall good. Invaluable Victorian historical reference, no index. A fascinating time capsule with intricate detail on sporting and field events ranging from Angling to Yachting, with multiple references to Cricket, Football, Pastimes including very early Lawn Tennis events and an impressive page of Lawn Tennis Advertisements, Shooting, Travel and Horse Racing. Also contains illustrations.