Lot 85
  • 85

Laurence, Lt. Henry Buckton

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 USD
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Description

  • Sketches of Canadian Sports and Pastimes. London: Thomas M'Lean, 1870
  • Paper, ink, leather
Oblong folio (11 1/2 x 15 1/2 ins.; 292 x 390 mm). Lithographic title and 19 lithographic plates. Contemporary gilt morocco-backed pebbled cloth. Fine copy.

Literature

Streeter 4095

Catalogue Note

FIRST EDITION. A rare work depicting sledding, moose calling, bear hunting and any number of Canadian winter sports. Only one copy at auction since the Streeter sale in 1969 (where a copy with 15 plates made $220).