Edward Newell’s Complete Set

Canessa, C. & E. [publishers]. LE MUSÉE: REVUE D’ART ANTIQUE / REVUE D’ART MENSUELLE. Volumes I–VI (Paris, 1904–1909), complete, as bound in five volumes. 4to [varying sizes], matching contemporary dark green quarter morocco with green sides; spines ruled, lettered and decorated in gilt; marbled endpapers. (4), 31 + (4), 304 + iv, 524 + 400 + (4), 308 + (4), 265, (1) pages; numerous text figures; 12 + 15 + 72 +45 + 8 + 13 plates, including many fine phototype and photogravure plates, occasionally printed in color, a number depicting ancient coins, Renaissance medals and engraved gems. Spines rubbed and scuffed; very good or better. An impressive publication, produced under the direction of Arthur Sambon and edited by Georges Toudouze. Authors of numismatic articles include George Hill, Jean Foville, Arthur Sambon, Léonard Forrer, César Sambon and E.J. Seltman. In addition, ancient coins are often used as supporting documentation in works on other topics. Ex Edward Theodore Newell, with his numismatic bookplate. Ex Kolbe Sale 50, lot 246.