#54

Collection of Miniature Shakespeare Books and Revolving Bookcase
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$1,800
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9" (23 cm.) bookcase,6" revolving bookcase. 2" books. The three-shelved wooden wall book case holds a complete set of 40 miniature works (each 2"h) by Shakespeare published by Allied Newspapers in 1932,each book with an illustrated frontispiece of a play scene,with marbled end-papers and black leatherette cloth covers with lightly-printed titled; the bookcase was originally sold with the set of books. Excellent condition of bookcase and books. Along with a revolving wooden bookcase containing other miniature Shakespeare works,published by David Bryce and Co of Glascow,early 20th century. Bookcase excellent,books are quite worn. And with a decorative bonze statue of pheasant,excellent condition.