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Auction #120 begins on 16 Jan 2025

Edward Fitzgerald - Translator, Buckland-Wright Illustrations

THE RUBAIYAT OF OMAR KHAYYAM - GOLDEN COCKEREL PRESS

Published: Golden Cockerel Press, London, 1938

Edition: First Thus

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No. 139 of 300 copies constituting the entire edition of this Golden Cockerel Press book, one of the highspots of this press and also one of the choice editions of the Rubaiyat. With 8 fine line engravings by John Buckland-Wright. In the original quarter cream morocco and buckram binding with a gilt design on the front board. Top edge gilt and other edges uncut.

The covers have moderate soiling and rubbing, particularly over the spine. However, internally the book is fine, crisp, unmarked and unfoxed. Offered with an extremely attractive reserve price.

  • Binding Condition: Very Good Minus
  • Overall Condition: Very Good
  • Size: Small Folio
  • Sold By: Ronald Levine - Modern First Editions
  • Contact Person: Ronald Levine
  • Country: South Africa
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Telephone: 011643 8437
  • Preferred Payment Methods: EFT for South African customers and International Bank Tranfer for customers abroad. I am unable to accept payment by credit card.
  • Trade Associations: SABDA


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