American imprint of the writings of Confucius
Cleveland, Ohio
1855
Printed book with custom clamshell box
Provenance: Private collection, Michigan
Published in Cleveland in 1855, this is the first American printing of the writings of Confucius. Before it, readers in the United States worked from English and continental editions carried across the Atlantic. The place of printing, Cleveland rather than Boston, New York or Philadelphia, is part of what sets the imprint apart.
The copy grades very good. It is housed in a custom clamshell box made to its dimensions, which protects the boards and spine while keeping the volume easy to handle. The box is included in the sale, and the book comes from a private Michigan collection.
We ship free anywhere in the world, fully insured, packed by hand.
American imprint of the writings of Confucius
Cleveland, Ohio
1855
Printed book with custom clamshell box
Provenance: Private collection, Michigan
Published in Cleveland in 1855, this is the first American printing of the writings of Confucius. Before it, readers in the United States worked from English and continental editions carried across the Atlantic. The place of printing, Cleveland rather than Boston, New York or Philadelphia, is part of what sets the imprint apart.
The copy grades very good. It is housed in a custom clamshell box made to its dimensions, which protects the boards and spine while keeping the volume easy to handle. The box is included in the sale, and the book comes from a private Michigan collection.
We ship free anywhere in the world, fully insured, packed by hand.
