Twenty-Two of The Churches of Essex. Architecturally Described and Illustrated
London: Bell and Daldy, 1856. First edition Ex Library. Hardcover. Quarto. 4 leaves, 254pp. Rebound retaining original full calf with gilt lettering on dark brown leather labels, tooling and ruling on spine; raised bands. Marbled edges. Frontispiece lithograph of the Chancel Arch of Stebbing Church. Architectural drawing on title page. Dedication page with code of arms. Description of the Ancient Churches of Essex, specimens of early architecture. The descriptions are accompanied by original plans, views, and a variety of detail. Historiated headpieces. Decorative initials. Beautifully illustrated with numerous architectural drawings and plans throughout. Inked inscription on front free endpaper. Some sunning of spine and back board. Usual library markings, barcode, sticker, library bookplate, pocket and plans. Lightly starting at top at title page. Light staining due to water exposure at lower right corner throughout second half of book. Very light foxing of title page. Binding and interior in overall good to very good condition. g to vg. Item #46984
Price: $75.00