Lot 170: Lot of Assorted Vintage and Modern Children's Books
Estimate: $75 - $100 AUD. Current bid: $9 AUD.
Description
A diverse collection of approximately 30-40 vintage and modern children's books. This lot includes classic titles such as C.S. Lewis's "The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe," Daniel Defoe's "Robinson Crusoe," Erich Kästner's "Emil and the Detectives," and The Brothers Grimm's "Thorn Rose." The collection also features numerous Little Golden Books, Ladybird Books, Puffin books, picture books by authors like Emily Gravett, Ezra Jack Keats, Peter Spier, and educational books. Publishers include Puffin, Ladybird, and Franklin Mint. The books span various genres suitable for young readers and collectors of vintage children's literature.
Condition Report
Visible wear and tear consistent with age and use are present across the collection. This includes creasing on covers, discolouration, foxing on some pages (e.g., in the Hans Christian Andersen book), minor tears, and general shelf wear. Some books have handwritten price markings on their covers. The board book "The Angel of Rain" shows creasing and edge wear.
Specifications
| Category | Books |
|---|---|
| Lot Reference | LOT-170 |
| Estimate (AUD) | $75 - $100 |
| Buyer's Premium | 20% |