Antique Hardxover Edition of Oliver Goldsmith's Po

Updated September 10, 2026

Lot number26
CategoryAntiques & Furniture
AuctionLiterary Treasures: Antique & Collectible Books
DateSeptember 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM EDT
Auction housePort City Auctions & Estate Services
LocationWilmington, North Carolina

: Port City Auctions Antique hardcover edition of "The Deserted Village" by Oliver Goldsmith, published in 1859 and illustrated by The Etching Club. The book features a richly decorated cover with embossed detailing and gold lettering. Inside, the pages present stunning illustrations that accompany Goldsmith's poignant poem, capturing the beauty and melancholy of rural life. The binding is attributed to Bone & Son, London. A remarkable piece for collectors of antique literature and illustrated works, this edition offers a glimpse into 19th-century literary artistry.

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