"Poems by William Cowper, Esq.", 1814-16, 2 Vols

"Poems by William Cowper, Esq.", 1814-16, 2 Vols William Cowper (English, 1731-1800). "Poems by William Cowper, Esq.". London: W. Lewis, 1814 - 1816. Two volumes, 8vo, each volume features an unattributed fore-edge painting, one depicting a rural countryside scene with a large multi-horse-drawn carriage, the other showing a similar carriage in an urban setting. Bound in publisher’s red leather with ribbed spines, gilt spine lettering, and gilt page edges. Volume I is signed on the front free endpaper by Sir Davidge Gould, GCB (English, 1758-1847) and Lady Gould (Harriet Willes, English, 1768–1855). Volume II bears the signature of Lady Gould only. Approximate dimensions: Together: 8 3/4 x 5 1/2 x 2 1/4 in. (22.2 x 14 x 5.7 cm.) Provenance: Private Collection, Atlanta, GA.

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