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Edward Eberstadt, N. Y, Catalogue 135, [Published date: NO date, circa 1954]. "A collection of original historical sources notably on California and the Far West and including material on the South, the Middle West, Alaska, hawaii, Canada, Mexico,South America & the West Indies. Paper covers, 160 pp. Detailed descriptions and prices for 976 items offered for sale.
In acceptable condition. Illustrated paper covers have bumping to edges and corners. Spine and edges of covers and text block are browned with age. Light to moderate overall rubbing, scuffing and spotting to covers as well. Binding tight. Age spotting to edges of text block but pages are otherwise unmarked. NOT Ex-library. NO remainder marks. Includes 42 black and white illustrations of certain selected items for sale. Highlights include: The San Francisco City Directory by Charles Kimbal, Sept 1, 1850; H. W. Hansen Original full-color painting in oils on canvas: "Renegade Apaches in Full Retreat" circa 1900; The official manuscript copy of the Royal Charter granted by Charles II to Prince Rupert and his associated adventurers, extending vice-regal powers and a discovery-and-trade monopoly over all Western America, 1749; Thomas Moran : Original full-color painting in oils on canvas : "Flaming Sunset over a Southwestern Mission" 1896;