1. DEAN, Henry (1788-1849). Dean’s Analytical Guide, to the Art of Penmanship. New York: Published for the Author, [1808]. Stated second edition. Quarto. Engraved title page and 36 engraved plates, one of which is folding (plates foxed). Contemporary sheep (rebacked, old spine label preserved).

2. BAZELEY, Charles W. The Elements of Analytical and Ornamental Penmanship: To Which Are Added a Variety of Specimens, Calculated to Inspire a True Taste for Useful and Elegant Writing. New York: printed for the author, 1836. Attractive penmanship manual, includes instructions for making a quill pen. Nash, American Penmanship 48. Oblong quarto. 36 engraved plates printed on yellow paper (some dampstaining, few pen scrawls and ink blots). Contemporary half roan over marbled boards (rubbed, chipping to extremities).

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