[SOLD] William Shakespeare – Complete Plays in Three Volumes – 1860

A superb three-volume set of Shakespeare’s complete works, comprising Comedies, Tragedies and Histories, as

Illustrated throughout with hundreds of black-and-white engravings of contemporary stage actors playing well-known roles. In addition to the plays, includes introductions and notes, plus a biography of Shakespeare.

Published in 1860 by John Tallis and Company in London. Bound in half dark green calf with marbled boards. Raised bands to spines with decorative motifs and gilt lettering against brown compartments.

In very good condition. Mild rubbing to front and rear boards, with minor scuffs and marks to calf. Gilt lettering and decoration all spines remains clear and bright. No inscriptions or bookplates inside.

Tall hardbacks, 28cm x 20cm. 488 pages, 576 pages and 496 + 80 pages (Doubtful Plays).