1800 ISAAC GOSSET. Rare Satirical Engraving of an Obsessed Bibliophile. Superb! Slavery slightly tender at front hinge

slightly tender at front hinge

raised bands

"Indeed they are not worth a thought

Late Vicar of Broad Hembury

Jeremy Taylor [1613-1667] was one of the most influential divines of the 17th century

1800 ISAAC GOSSET. Rare Satirical Engraving of an Obsessed Bibliophile. Superb! Slavery slightly tender at front hingeAbsolutely charming mid 19th century engraving executed by Gaspard Taliacotius of Isaac Gosset [1735 1812] in attractive mid century gold frame with custom printed matting, as shown. Other than some very slight dirtiness to glass and some toning to extremity of engraving, very good condition. He was known as something of a book fanatic. In the London auction rooms he was known to grow anxious and agitated, obsessing over each rare tome that was