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150 Yr Old Antq Edit. "The Works of William Shakespeare with Life, Notes, & Ref. View Watchlist >
Decorative Custom Spine | Porter & Coates Phila. | Victorian Era Literature
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Offered is a 150 year old hardcover edition of The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, published by Porter & Coates circa 1876. Based on the respected compiled and editorial work of George Long Duyckinck. This distinctive volume features custom decorative elements on the spine, including a miniature reproduction of “Singing Boys” by Frans Hals and a charming label reading: “This Book Belongs To - SHAKESPEARE.”
The binding displays authentic antique character with fraying, spine edge loss, torn back of cover, and old protective clear tape added to stabilize the worn surface. Despite the age-related wear, the book retains wonderful decorative and literary appeal, making it a striking addition to any antique library, study, or Shakespeare collection.
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