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LOT 945

Lot 945

Thomas Allom (1804-1872) and George Newenham Wright (1790-1877)

Thomas Allom (1804-1872) and George Newenham Wright (1790-1877)
Lot 945 Details
Thomas Allom (1804-1872) and George Newenham Wright (1790-1877)

THE CHINESE EMPIRE, ILLUSTRATED: BEING A SERIES OF VIEWS FROM ORIGINAL SKETCHES, DISPLAYING THE SCENERY, ARCHITECTURE, SOCIAL HABITS, ETC., OF THAT ANCIENT AND EXCLUSIVE NATION

in seven original divisions, 4to., 159 aquatint engraved plates, three fold-out maps, hand coloured in outline, in publisher’s gilt pictorial red cloth boards, London, The London Printing and Publishing Company, 1860
11 x 8.75 in — 27.9 x 22.2 cm

Estimate $500-$700

Realised: $1,140
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Thomas Allom (1804-1872) and George Newenham Wright (1790-1877)
  • Thomas Allom (1804-1872) and George Newenham Wright (1790-1877)

CONDITION DETAILS

Some issues with board hinges, one board detached. Bindings substantially solid. Scattered foxing throughout.

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  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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