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Prize binding bookplate dated 1896 to the front pastedown of Volume I
The stretchers show evidence of historic woodworm but remain intact
50 carats each
the whole raised above walnut legs
The pen tray lifts to reveal a small compartment beneath
James Clarke (1858-1943) Chestnut Horse In Stable. Oil On Canvas. Antiquarian Books Prize binding bookplate dated 1896James Clarke (British, 1858 1943) oil on canvas portrait of a sporting chestnut horse in a stable, signed lower right 'James Clarke SnR' and 'JC' monogrammed to the towel on the left. The work is housed in its original maple frame which has losses to the right side and wear commensurate with age throughout. The canvas of the work itself has craquelure throughout and a few small paint losses in areas. The varnish is matte in areas with surface dirt