1847 The African Wanderers by Mrs. R. Lee. First Edition. Scarce Work. The Library The basket has some marks

The basket has some marks and wear commensurate with age but remains in a clean and stable condition with all weaving remaining tight and the handle secure

but otherwise remains in a  good condition

The case is custom and original

The two plank seat and arms both sit above bobbin supports

A charming early Victorian carved folk art rocking horse / rocking horse chair

1847 The African Wanderers by Mrs. R. Lee. First Edition. Scarce Work. The Library The basket has some marksThis is a scarce, first edition copy of 'The African Wanderers: or, The Adventures Of Carlos And Antonio. Embracing Interesting Descriptions Of The Manners And Customs Of The Western Tribes, And The Natural Productions Of The Country' by Mrs. R. Lee, published by Grant and Griffith in 1847. The book is three quarter bound in tan leather with the spine boasting raised bands. The boards show signs of general shelf wear to their edges. The gilt detailing