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Collection of Antique Children's Books including "The Story of Little Black Sambo" and Beatrix Potter Titles, with Plush Rabbit

Lot 73: Collection of Antique Children's Books including "The Story of Little Black Sambo" and Beatrix Potter Titles, with Plush Rabbit

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Estimated price: £100 - £300

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This lot comprises a collection of antique children’s books, notably including Helen Bannerman’s “The Story of Little Black Sambo.” The collection also features several Beatrix Potter titles such as “The Tale of Peter Rabbit,” “The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse,” “The Tale of Two Bad Mice,” “The Tale of Mr. Tod,” “The Tale of Jemima Puddle-Duck,” and “The Story of Little Black Bob-tail.” The books are small-format hardbacks, some with cloth spines, and exhibit varying degrees of wear consistent with age, including fading, discoloration, surface rubbing, and potential mildew/dust accumulation. “The Tale of Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle” shows significant white powdery residue. Some covers and spines are detached or damaged. A plush rabbit toy marked “7” is also included in this lot and appears to be in good condition.


Condition report:

Fair to Poor. The books show significant signs of wear, including rubbing, discoloration, fading, and some mildew/dust. Some covers and spines are detached or damaged. The plush toy appears to be in good condition.