An authentic antique poetry volume titled "The Poetical Works of Barry Cornwall, Vol. I," published in London by Henry Colburn in 1822. Barry Cornwall was the well-known pseudonym of English poet and solicitor Bryan Waller Procter.
This charming pocket-sized edition features half-leather binding with vibrant marbled boards, raised bands, a red morocco spine label with gilt tooling, and marbled text block edges. It also includes an early binder's label from "Massey Binder Park St" on the endpaper.
Author: Barry Cornwall (Bryan Waller Procter)
Publisher: Henry Colburn (London)
Publication Year: 1822
Volume: Vol. I (Includes "Advertisement" and dramatic/poetical works)
Pagination: 206 pages
Dimensions: 17 × 11 × 4 cm
Weight: 588g
Subject: Regency Poetry, Romantic Literature, 19th-Century Books
Condition Notes: Good antique condition showing distinct historical wear consistent with age. The marbled boards and green leather spine display scuffing, edge rubbing, and material loss at the head of the spine with a loose piece of leather fragmenting. The internal pages are remarkably clean with crisp typography, though showing mild age spotting and handling marks. The binding remains functional. Please refer closely to all photos.