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Rare 1896 Chaucer book with 87 woodcuts sold for Rs 2.68 crore

A stunning 1896 edition of ‘The Works of Geoffrey Chaucer’ has recently fetched around Rs 2.68 crore at auction. Known as the Kelmscott Chaucer, this edition showcases exquisite craftsmanship and features the original white pigskin binding crafted by William Morris. With only about 50 deluxe copies ever bound, this book’s rarity and artistic illustrations by Edward Burne-Jones continue to captivate collectors, emphasizing the allure of beautifully crafted literary works.

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