De Humani Corporis Fabrica Libri Septem. Basel: Joannem Oporinum, n.d. (1555)
sold for $43,200 in our October 31, 2007 action.
Book of Kells
Lucerne, Switzerland: Faksimile Verlag, 1990 sold for $10,200 in our October 31, 2007 auction.
(BOTANY) Groen, J. Van der
Den Nederlantsen Hovenier. Brussels: Philips Vleugaert, 1672
sold for $1,080 in our October 31, 2007 auction.
MATHER, COTTON
Magnalia Christi Americana; or, The Ecclesiastical History of New-England From Its First Planting in the Year 1620, Unto the Year of Our Lord, 1698. London: Thomas Parkhurst, 1702
sold for $7,800 October 31, 2007 auction.
Fine Books and Manuscripts
Next Auction
October 21-22, 2008
Fine Books and Manuscripts
Preview
October 19, 2008 12pm - 5pm
October 20, 2008 10am - 6pm
We are currently accepting consignments for our October 21-22, 2008 Fine Books and Manuscripts auction through September 1, 2008.
Leslie Hindman Auctioneers’ Fine Books and Manuscripts department regularly conducts auctions comprising a wide range of subjects consigned by private collectors, estates, institutions and libraries. We handle materials from early manuscripts to modern firsts, fine bindings, private press, and ephemera in subject areas including American and European history, literature, science, sports, music and architecture.
Our department is always accepting consignments for upcoming sales, and we would be pleased to review photographs of your items or schedule an appointment to provide you with auction estimates for your property. If you would like to discuss the sale of your fine books and manuscripts, please call Lauren Matson at 312-334-4236 or email her at matson@lesliehindman.com. Please click here for further information on the selling process.
Museum and Library Services
We understand that museums and libraries have requirements specific to their institutions. Our department can assess your needs and develop a custom strategy for the sale of your fine books and manuscripts. Please click here for more information on Museum Services.
Buying
The Fine Books and Manuscripts Department conducts several auctions per year, and our sales feature property for a variety of tastes and budgets. We are happy to provide detailed condition reports prior to an auction and bidding can be arranged by telephone, absentee, or live on the auction floor with a paddle.
We strive to provide a straightforward fine books and manuscripts buying process complete with informative catalogues, fully illustrated online catalogues, and an organized exhibition running four days prior to the sale with knowledgeable staff.
Please click here for more information on buying at auction.
Department contacts:
Lauren Matson
Account Executive
312.334.4236
matson@lesliehindman.com
Michael C. Hayes
312.334.4237
michaelc@lesliehindman.com