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Equestrian Book, Modern Practical Farriery
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About the Item
A large late Victorian first edition veterinarian book "Modern Practical Farriery, A Complete System Of The veterinary Art" edited by W.J. Miles and published by William Mackenzie, 69 Ludgate Hill, London. A very rare, sought after and important publication illustrated with numerous finely executed anatomical and other engravings, possessing high value on the score of utility as well as of ornament, many of which are executed in colour. Not ex-library. Well over five hundred pages, 47 full-page-plates in black and white and colour (all original lithographs and colourful chromolithograph plates) also several illustrations within the text. Large format hardback book, leather corners and spine, gilt title to spine 'Modern Farriery', all page edges marbled. Internally it is very clean and bright, cover rather worn, cloth cover to the rear with tear.
Modern Practical Farriery, A Complete System Of The veterinary Art, as at present, Practised at The Royal veterinary College, London. A complete guide to the horse, its history, varieties, and uses - breaking, training, feeding, stabling, and grooming - how to buy, keep and treat a horse in health and disease, etc. The book also covers the diseases and management of cattle, sheep, and pigs.
- Dimensions:Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Style:Sporting Art (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1895
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good.
- Seller Location:Oxfordshire, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 288171stDibs: LU975731766862
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