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| Title | Metropolitan Improvents of London in the Nineteenth Century. |
| Author | Shephard & Elmes |
| Edition | 2nd. Ed. |
| Published | Jones & Co. London 1830 |
| Illustrator | Shepherd, Thos. H. |
| Description | Displayed in a series of of engravings of the new buildings, improvements, & C. By the most eminent artists from original drawings taken from the objects themselves expressly for this work. Comprising The Palaces, Parks, New Churches, Bridges, Streets, River scenes, Public Offices, and Institutions, Gentleman's Seats and Mansions. And every other object worthy of notice Throughout the Metropolis and its environs. With; Historical, Topographical, and Critical Illustrations. By James Elmes , M.R.I.A. Architect. 172 pp. (II pp. A list of engravings) Uncut. 2 Vols. in 1. The 1St. with engraved title page with vignette (Adams variant 00 showing the Kings Palace) 156 plates (2 plates per page) with tissue guards, and a map of Regents Park.2 -nd. Vol. bound without title. Mild to serious foxing. Covers detached, spine gone. An important series of prints of the "New London" . Gives emphasis on the works of Nash and his followers. In spite of the condition of the binding, internally a nice work . (Original green, decorated covers supplied ,scuffmarks.) |
| Book condition | Fair |
| Binding | Orig. Publ. Dec. Boards |
| Book size | 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall |
| Price |  595 |
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