From the Library to the Laboratory
Tue, Mar 24, 2026 04:00PM EDT - Wed, Apr 8, 2026 10:00AM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 119
SPOFFORD, Ainsworth R. The Library of Wit and Humor.
Estimate: $150 - $250
Bid Increments
| Price | Bid Increment |
|---|---|
| $0 | $10 |
| $200 | $25 |
| $500 | $50 |
| $1,000 | $100 |
| $2,000 | $200 |
| $5,000 | $500 |
| $10,000 | $1,000 |
SPOFFORD, Ainsworth R. (1825-1908). The Library of Wit and Humor.
Publisher: Gebbie & Co., Philadelphia. 1885.
4 vols. Cloth bound, with embossed and gilt covers. Gilt spine. Gilt edges, with cloth book mark.
Each volume contains approximately: frontispiece, viii, 400 pp., with illustrations.
Each volume is H: 9 1/2 x W: 6 1/2 x D: 1 1/4 in.
Poor to fair. Father Tom plate in Vol. 1 loose. Toning throughout. Spine heads and tails torn and frayed, with slight losses. Corners and covers bumped, rubbed and scuffed, with slight losses to corners.
Publisher: Gebbie & Co., Philadelphia. 1885.
4 vols. Cloth bound, with embossed and gilt covers. Gilt spine. Gilt edges, with cloth book mark.
Each volume contains approximately: frontispiece, viii, 400 pp., with illustrations.
Each volume is H: 9 1/2 x W: 6 1/2 x D: 1 1/4 in.
Condition
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From the Estate of John A. Davidson, Jr. Proceeds to benefit the APL of Lorain County and the Dittrick Museum, CWRU.
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