[HAUCK, Cornelius J., 1893-1967]

[Auction Catalog] The History of the Book: The Cornelius J. Hauck Collection

New York: Christie's, 2006. Stiff Wrappers. Auction catalog of this significant collection documenting the history of the book in all its forms. Thick royal 8vo (267 x 209mm): 679pp, with spectacular color photographs throughout and prices neatly noted for each lot. A superlative example (tips barely bumped), tightly bound and virtually pristine. Fine. Item #BB2751

Formed between 1945 and 1965, the Hauck Collection included Babylonian cuneiform tablets, Greek papyri fragments, Persian, Hebrew, and Asian manuscripts, European medieval manuscripts, and fine bindings of all periods. The auction of more than 700 separate lots was held at Christie's in New York on June 27 and 28, 2006. N. B. With few exceptions (always identified), we only stock books in exceptional condition. All orders are packaged with care and posted promptly. Satisfaction guaranteed. (Fine Editions Ltd is a member of the Independent Online Booksellers Association, and we subscribe to its codes of ethics.).

Price: $176.00