The Magnificent Library of Norman Bobins: Part Two, The Colourful World
Sale #22621
Christie’s is proud to present The Magnificent Library of Norman Bobins: Part Two, The Colourful World, on 13 July. This live sale, comprising about 340 lots, represents one the world’s most comprehensive gatherings of books illustrated by fine hand-coloured and colour-printed plates.
Concentrating on the period spanning from the second-half of the 18th century and through the 19th century, the library reflects Mr Bobins’ passions, namely history, art and travel, with sporting, satire and military subjects as dominant themes. The geographical scope of the collection is global, with works illustrating the Ottoman Empire, the Middle East, India and Australia. Most of the books in the collection relating to the Americas will be sold in a dedicated sale at Christie’s New York on 16 June, The Magnificent Library of Norman Bobins: Part One, American Color.
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