Lot 08235

SHAKESPEARE William, “The Works of William Shakspere Dramatic and Poetical with an Account of his Life and Writings Knights Cabinet Edition with Additional Notes”, W. & R. Chambers, Edinburgh 1856. 12 volumes in -12o, around 350 pp. each, portrait of W. S. and full-page wood engraving on each title, many headings and vignettes. Contemporary 1/3 sheep and cloth binding slightly worn, gilt title and ornaments on the back, four raised bands. First edition of Chambers Shakespeare after the Knights Cabinet one (1843). William (1800-1883, politician) and Robert Chambers of Glenormiston were prominent Scottish editors of the XIXth century.