John Marshall--

approx 59 by 46mm., 16 volumes, one volume not illustrated, two volumes with woodcut illustrations and 13 volumes with engraved plates, original boards with labels on upper and lower covers, original wooden case with engraved label of a bookcase on sliding panel, some volumes with neat hand-colouring, some professional restoration to spines, some wear, repairs to case, lacking engraved label on back of case

Condition is described in the main body of the catalogue, where appropriate.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Louis W. Bondy notes that the 'first years of the nineteenth century enriched the world of miniature books in a most striking way. Around 1800 several London publishers... brought out complete libraries for children of great appeal which were housed in their own specially designed ornamental bookcases'. This example is described as 'the most enchanting of them'. (Bondy, p.59). There is a comprehensive article in The Book Collector, Summer 1955, pp.148-155.