likely the result of a manufacturing imperfection
Pyrography shows some fading and darkening in areas
Pre-Auction Notes: I believe these to be genuine howlite beads and not modern synthetic reproductions
This vase has a significant chip on the underside of one of the handles on one side only
which shows wear and tear around the edges but remains intact
Lot 219 - “The Rossetti Shakespeare: The Complete Works Of William Shakespeare,” Antique Illustrated Collected Works With Criticism, Edited By William Michael Rossetti, D. Lothrop And Company, Boston, 1882 2186 likely the result of aAntique edition of The Rossetti Shakespeare: The Complete Works of William Shakespeare, edited by William Michael Rossetti and published by D. Lothrop and Company, Boston, 1882. Includes essays, a critical biography, a history of drama in England during Shakespeares time, and critical introductions to each play, with illustrations throughout. Front cover completely detached from the binding and split along the endpapers; spine covering detached from
