Lot 144: Vintage Perth Published Book: Rosemary in Rhymeland by Evelyn Bartlett
Current bid: $9 AUD.
Description
An antique children's rhyming book titled "Rosemary in Rhymeland" by Evelyn Bartlett, featuring various poems and illustrations. Published by Patersons Printing Press Ltd. in Perth, Western Australia, this book includes a coloured frontispiece by Edith Flaherty and black and white line drawings throughout. The content revolves around rhyming stories for children, presented in a format common for early to mid-20th-century children's literature.
Condition Report
The book exhibits significant wear and tear consistent with its age. The cover is discoloured, stained, and shows scuffs and creasing. The spine is faded and worn along the edges. Internally, there is noticeable foxing and discolouration on many pages, particularly the blank endpapers. The coloured frontispiece illustration is partially detached from the binding. There is also a handwritten name "Lynette" on the first blank page and a bookshop sticker from "Alberts Bookshop" inside the front cover.
Specifications
| Category | Books |
|---|---|
| Lot Reference | LOT-144 |
| Buyer's Premium | 20% |
| Author | Evelyn Bartlett |
| Publisher | Patersons Printing Press Ltd. |