London Fine Antiques

Description

Our Stock # 18.9894

This is a delicate antique book, Compendium of Farriery. An English language, Georgian guide to equestrian care, published in London, 1796.

Full title: Taplin Improved or a Compendium of Farriery, Wherein is Fully Explained The Nature and Structure of that Useful Creature a Horse with the Diseases and Accidents he is Liable to and the Methods of Cure.

Loosely bound, the delicate condition presents some pages intact, but mostly loose
Condition commensurate with centuries of use, with markings and aged throughout
Published in English across approximately 140 pages
Printed in London by the Minerva Press, a notable Georgian publisher
Graced with charming engraved plates with illustrations of horses

This is a fascinating antique book, the Compendium of Farriery. Well thumbed and delicate, but eminently appealing due to its age and equestrian subject. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 10cm (4'')
Max Depth: 2cm (.75'')
Max Height: 17.5cm (7'')

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