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...they have long been sought after by collectors who spend years sometimes trying to put a complete set together. The pink volume is notorious for being in poor condition and whilst this copy is faded on the spine, it is in very presentable condition generally.

René Bull doesn't often feature in the list of famous early 20th century illustrators like Rackham and Dulac, which is a shame because there is a deserved place to be had I am sure on the edvidence of this 1912 Arabian Nights just stuffed full of rich, dreamy illustrations.

About three hours from now, the auction for these absolutely charming monochrome watercolours from 1825 of "vernacular architecture" (for which, read, old cottages) comes to an end... and at the moment they are a bargain!

Fashion magazines are not a modern invention. The only difference is that in the 1880s they had to draw, engrave and handcolour the latest fashions from Paris.

Two lovely 1920s watercolour theatrical costume designs by Herbert Norris

Children's Book of London by G E Mitton from 1909. What a great decorated cloth cover. You can't beat a Beefeater!

... but those secateurs!

...each one is only 6.5" x 4" but the hand colouring is exquisite.

Good morning all...

Sometimes when you are casting around for something to bring a little joy to the denizens of twitter, the perfect books falls open across the desk...! Pipe-cleaner Figures anyone!?