With the Oxford Book Fair just around the corner we have put together a catalogue of rare, unusual and curious Oxford prints, maps and books. The collection of over two hundred pieces, some new acquisitions and some overlooked items, not only portray our historic city but many of the artworks were made and published within the city walls as well.
Highlights include a set of proof etchings for College Life. A Series of Original Etchings, by Edward Bradley, B.A, a complete bound set of John Baptist Malchair’s XII Views consisting cheirly of the Environs of Oxford, alongside two soft-ground etchings by Malchair’s student, the young music prodigy, William Crotch.
Although not as comprehensive as our previous Oxford Oddities catalogue of 2010, this collection still provides a rare opportunity to view and purchase seldom seen and in some cases previously un-catalogued material depicting Town and Gown.
