1925 Edition of Boswell’s The Life of Samuel Johnson

Object/Artifact

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Private Collection

The image depicts an elegant, richly textured maroon book with a prominent golden emblem intricately embossed on its cover; the emblem features a circular design with decorative patterns and Latin text, conveying a sense of historical significance and prestige, while at the bottom right, another smaller gold circular symbol with an ornate design complements the overall appearance, beautifully accentuating the book’s luxurious and antique aesthetic against the smooth, subtle reflective surface it rests upon, enhancing its classic charm and sophisticated allure in this minimalist setting.

The image depicts an elegant, richly textured maroon book with a prominent golden emblem intricately embossed on its cover; the emblem features a circular design with decorative patterns and Latin text, conveying a sense of historical significance and prestige, while at the bottom right, another smaller gold circular symbol with an ornate design complements the overall appearance, beautifully accentuating the book’s luxurious and antique aesthetic against the smooth, subtle reflective surface it rests upon, enhancing its classic charm and sophisticated allure in this minimalist setting.

Name/Title

1925 Edition of Boswell’s The Life of Samuel Johnson

Entry/Object ID

S9XKST2481

Description

Recycle, Reuse, ReLove! Please make an offer via the ‘Questions’ panel below This 1925 edition of The Life of Samuel Johnson by James Boswell is a timeless classic, beautifully bound in a rich, burgundy cover with gold embossed emblems. As one of the most celebrated biographies in English literature, Boswell’s account offers an intimate portrayal of the life and character of Samuel Johnson. This compact edition is ideal for collectors of vintage literature or anyone with an appreciation for early 20th-century bookbinding. M E A S U R E S Height: 17.5 cm Width: 11 cm C O N D I T I O N In good vintage condition with slight wear on the cover edges. The binding is secure, and pages are clean with minor age-related toning. Please refer to photos for additional details. P L E A S E N O T E With my 'pickup only' auctions, the buyer is responsible for arranging the freight. For a shipping quote, visit http://www.wisemove.co.nz. Ref: T2481 For more NZ-based vintage treasures, visit our Trademe Listings & please make an offer https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/search?member_listing=522228&bof=2tRfRf5W Connect with us on social media: Facebook: ThunderbirdVintageNZ Instagram: thunderbird_vintage

Dimensions

Dimension Notes

17.5cm x 11cm

Web Links and URLs

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