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PACK-BERESFORD, HENRY and SKUES, GEORGE EDWARD MACKENZIE. Nymphs and Their Dressings. Being the actual patterns evolved described and dressed by that famous fisherman and great writer G.E.M. Skues Esq. Haslemere: Creel Press, 2014. One of 30 copies only, of which this is copy C of the five lettered copies. Publisher's full stained calf by Shepherds housed in the publisher's slipcase, all edges gilt. 8 3/4 x 5 7/8 inches (22.5 x 15 cm); with 13 nymph flies dressed by John Smith, with accompanying text after the calligraphic original. Fine.

A facsimile of the unique original by Skues that resides with The Flyfishers Club, and is one of their principal treasures. The facsimile was prepared for the members of the Club, and was only publicly available after their orders had been placed. With order form and prospectus.

Provenance: The Collection of Arnold "Jake" Johnson