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BK26: ONLINE ONLY: Antiquarian Book Sale

MURDER / EXECUTION BROADSIDES

Auction Lot BK26/379

MURDER / EXECUTION BROADSIDES '' A most horrible murder, committed by John Holloway upon the body of his wife, by cutting off her head, legs, and arms.'' 380 x 250 mm, woodcut, J Catnach. * ''one of the most appalling and inhuman murders in the annals of crime has been recently committed in the vicinity of Brighton ''.
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MURDER / EXECUTION BROADSIDES (BK26/379) offered in our Books, Maps and Prints Auction starting on 24th May 2022 at our salerooms in Exeter, Devon.

Lot Description

MURDER / EXECUTION BROADSIDES '' A most horrible murder, committed by John Holloway upon the body of his wife, by cutting off her head, legs, and arms.'' 380 x 250 mm, woodcut, J Catnach. * ''one of the most appalling and inhuman murders in the annals of crime has been recently committed in the vicinity of Brighton ''.

Estimate

£200 - £350

Additional Charges

This lot is subject to a Buyer's Premium of 25.00% (plus VAT at 20%), which is equivalent to a VAT inclusive rate of 30.0%. You will pay this premium if you successfully bid for this lot.

If you buy this lot online through a 'live bidding' service then you will also pay an extra 4.95% premium (plus VAT at 20%), which is equivalent to a VAT inclusive rate of 5.94%.

VAT

VAT on Buyer's Premium

Department

Books, Maps and Manuscripts

Fine Art Category

Manuscripts and Photographs

Sale Information

BK26: ONLINE ONLY: Antiquarian Book Sale
Tuesday, 24th May 2022
Okehampton Street, Exeter

Bidding Options

Bidders at this auction will be able to place bids in person in the saleroom, by telephone (provided they prebook with us) and through commission bids. Buyers will also be able to bid online over the Internet at this sale.

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Okehampton Street, Exeter

Telephone: +44 (01392) 413100

Important Notes

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MURDER / EXECUTION BROADSIDES

Auction Lot: BK26/379

MURDER / EXECUTION BROADSIDES '' A most horrible murder, committed by John Holloway upon the body of his wife, by cutting off her head, legs, and arms.'' 380 x 250 mm, woodcut, J Catnach. * ''one of the most appalling and inhuman murders in the annals of crime has been recently committed in the vicinity of Brighton ''.

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