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Lot # 94 - Vintage Children's Book Collection: Rare 1912–1969 Illustrated Classic
| Opening Bid : | $ 10.00 |
| Start Date/Time: | 07-Oct-2026 7:00:00 AM |
| End Date/Time: | 14-Oct-2026 8:33:00 PM |
| Current bid: |
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| Highest bidder: | -- |
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Description :
This collection brings together a century of storytelling, featuring rare editions published across six decades: 1912, 1952, 1953, 1957, 1961, and 1969. The set is anchored by a significant 1961 Borzoi edition of Roald Dahl’s James and the Giant Peach, famously illustrated by Nancy Ekholm Burkert. Spanning everything from turn-of-the-century narratives to mid-century gems like Mother Goose Nursery Rhymes and My Picture Page A·B·C, this library offers a unique look at the evolution of children's book production and illustration. With pieces sourced from prestigious publishers like Alfred A. Knopf and international houses like Juvenile Productions Ltd. of London, this collection is an essential acquisition for historians of children’s literature, vintage art collectors, and those seeking timeless, heirloom-quality books. Various conditions with some writing and library sleeves (see photos).
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