David Octavius Hill: Master of Photography
New York: Viking Press, 1931. First edition. Hardcover. Quarto. 69pp. 80 plates. Uncut. Black cloth with blind-stamped lettering on cover, gilt lettering on spine. An examination of the works of this 19th century Scottish pioneer of photography (1802-1870), a contemporary of Daguerre. Distinctively illustrated with eighty full-page portraits of notables of the age (philosophers, clergymen, theologians, politicians, artists, etc.). Front and rear covers with moderate shelf-wear. Binding tight. Moderate age-toning to block and pages. Page 65-66 has 6" tear from fore edge, not affecting text. Plate 77 (Lady Stair) is torn from edge to gutter. Plate 80 (Old Lady) with 2" tear near gutter. In overall good condition. g. Item #36622
Price: $100.00