1811 English Paper Doll and Book "Frank Feignwell's Attempts to Amuse His Friends"

Lot Number: 
11
A brown paper covered 4" x 5" book,protected by exterior folio,tells the amusing antics of young Frank as he disguises himself in various ways ranging from harlequin to barrister to peddler. Accompanying the chapters are eight cut-out hand-colored vignettes of Frank in costumes to match the stories,and one head. Costumes are excellent; head,folio and book covers have age spotting. Printed for S&J Fuller,Temple of Fancy,by D.N. Shury,Berwick Street,Soho,London. Dated 1811 on title page.
Realized Price: 
$800
Presale Estimate: 
700/900