[Rarebooks] FS: 128 steel engraved views of China, circa 1843. 4 vols. bound in 2

[Kenneth Karmiole]

Wright, G. N. and Thomas Allom. CHINA, in a Series of Views Displaying the Scenery, Architecture, and Social Habits of That Ancient Empire. Drawn, from Original, and Authentic Sketches by Thomas Allom, Esq. with Historical and Descriptive Notices by the Rev. G. N. Wright. London: Peter Jackson, Late Fisher, Son & Co. N.d. (circa 1843). 4to. 4 volumes bound in 2. 68;52;96;72pp. of letterpress description plus 128 steel engraved views, 4 of which are the engraved titles, each plate with a tissue guard. Orig. red pebbled cloth, gilt stamped. Extremities lightly rubbed and spines a bit faded. A.e.g. Text and plates with some foxing, as usually found.    $1,500.00 (trade discount allowed)

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