1990s Sotheby’s “Duke & Duchess of Windsor” Auction Catalogue Box Set

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This four piece Sotheby’s “Duke & Duchess of Windsor” auction catalogue box set is the ultimate decor accessory and conversation … more This four piece Sotheby’s “Duke & Duchess of Windsor” auction catalogue box set is the ultimate decor accessory and conversation piece for any well appointed home.

This box set of three first edition soft cover catalogues were produced for the 1997 auction of the estate of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor. They include photos and descriptions of furniture from their homes in France, personal items including from their wedding, and some objects from the brief time when the Duke was crowned as Edward VIII, King of England.

The first volume is an introduction to the sale and the Windsors. It contains multiple essays on the couple, their lineage, their life, photographs of them, and much more.
Volume two contains lots 1-1789 and includes property from the public rooms of the Windsor's former residence in Paris and historical material.
Volume 3 contains lots 1790-3111 of the same.
Dimensions: 9.25" W x 12" H x 3" D.
Sold As: Set of 3 books in sleeve. less