The Duke and Duchess of Windsor: Sotheby's Auction Catalogue Box Set, 1997

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The Romance That Changed Royal History
This legendary three-volume boxed set documents the 1997 Sotheby's auction of the Duke and … Read more The Romance That Changed Royal History
This legendary three-volume boxed set documents the 1997 Sotheby's auction of the Duke and Duchess of Windsor's personal collection—over 40,000 items from their Paris homes that tell the intimate story of the century's most controversial royal love affair.
When Edward VIII abdicated the throne in 1936 to marry Wallis Simpson, their exile to France began a life of refined collecting. This comprehensive catalogue showcases their extraordinary taste: magnificent jewels, royal regalia, French furniture, and personal correspondence that reveals the human side of their devotion.
What's Included

Three hardbound volumes in original slipcase
1,200+ pages with full-color photography
Expert essays and detailed provenance
Complete lot descriptions and estimates
Rare personal correspondence and effects

Publisher: Sotheby's London, 1997
Dimensions: 11" x 8.5" x 4" (boxed)
Condition: Excellent—minimal shelf wear, crisp pages
Provenance there are a few letters to the former owner
From the distinguished Easthampton estate of an American diplomat to the Court of St. James's—adding diplomatic significance to this already historic documentation.
Perfect For
Royal memorabilia collectors, decorative arts enthusiasts, history buffs, and design professionals studying 20th-century European taste.
As original 1997 editions become scarce, this comprehensive record of "the sale of the century" grows increasingly valuable to collectors and institutions alike. See less