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Wells, Robert.
Ornamental Confectionery.
Publisher: Crosby Lockwood and Son, London;
Date of Publication: 1897
Stock Code: 6057
SECOND EDITION. Octavo, pp xii, 96. 129 figures to 37 numbered plates as called for. Original decorative blue cloth with bevelled boards; titles and motifs in black to spine and upper board and publishers’ monogram to lower board; aeg. Black endpapers. Cover cloth lightly soiled and toned, with very minor wear at spine tips and corners and crease at upper corner of upper board. Beautifully executed gift inscription to verso ffep: “Miss J Robinson with best wishes from John September 1908”. A little scattered light foxing, mainly to endpapers. Overall a Very Good copy. Comprehensive work aimed at professionals and talented amateur cooks, by the author of “The Bread and Biscuit Baker’s and Sugar Boiler’s Assistant” and “The Pastrycook and Confectioner’s Guide”. £120.00