I was bidding on this, but quickly withdrew from the heated bidding war because I just didn't have the money for it.
It's a 1900 edition of
Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and
Through the Looking Glass. It's quite rare. I really wanted it. A few friends said I should check the authenticity of the books first (ask for a photo of the copyright page). Another one said I'd need a special viewing case and a
dehumidifier because in our very humid and tropical climate, such old books will disintegrate.
Well, after all that, I lost the bid. Well, I didn't even try after the bids went way beyond what I was willing to pay for it. I was a tad disappointed because I collect all things Alice. So, to make me feel better, I'm thinking of bidding on these:
This is an exquisite collection of figurines modeled after the illustrations of Sir John Tenniel. It's a limited edition created by Kaiyodo. I love it!
This is whimsical wall clock depicting the mad tea party scene. And look at the time! It's backwards!
They're not cheap either so I'm a bit hesitant to bid. But it would be ever so nice if I added these to my collection. Big sigh!
If you're in the UK, you should come to Oxford and see Alice's Shop. You'll love it there! :D
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that book is amaziiing. OMG the cover is almost magical. How much was it sold? Love the clock too:)
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I vote for the wall clock, coz at least you can still use it, as compared to figurines that you will display in your living room (it would look pretty, though). ^_^
ReplyDeleteToo bad for the books, it would have been a priceless addition to your collection...
Speaking of Alice, I just did a Mad Hatter Tea Party for my niece's 1st birthday, that party theme would've been perfect for you! ^_^
Toys! Kaiyodo makes really good figurines. We have a few at home :)
ReplyDeleteWahhh the wall clock is so cool! Pwede kayang i-DIY yan hehe.
ReplyDeleteI loved the story. I have a nice, hard-bound (new-ish) Lewis Carroll and I love it to bits. I'm trying to get my husband to read it this year.
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Karina
I got the Kaiyodo figures =D Yey!
ReplyDeleteKarina, we orphans are the only ones who understand each other, right?