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4 Vols Antique Folio, Imperial Gallery of British Art, Engravings, Victorian
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This is 4 antique volumes of The Imperial Gallery of British Art. An English, illustrated folio of steel engravings, dating to the Victorian period, published by Cassell & Company in 1887.
Full Title: The Imperial Gallery of British Art, Illustrated By Forty-Eight Examples of Eminent Artists. Engraved on Steel after the Line Manner.
Further detail to rear indicates each engraving plate would be destroyed after the limited run, and this four volume edition was available through subscription only.
Delicate, but fascinating with fine reproductions of period art pieces
In aged condition, some loose binding present with aged page edges
Ideal for restoration, but can be enjoyed in their current condition
Each volume presents 12 plates, accompanied with a description
Artists featured include John Constable, Sir Joshua Reynolds and J.M.W. Turner
This is an interesting 4 volume antique folio by The Imperial Gallery of British art, delicate but appealing with quality reproductions of revered 19th century artworks. Delivered ready to enjoy or restore.
Dimensions:
Max Width: 46.5cm (18.25'')
Max Depth: 0.5cm (.25'')
Max Height: 59.5cm (23.5'')
- Dimensions:Height: 23.43 in (59.5 cm)Width: 18.31 in (46.5 cm)Depth: 0.2 in (5 mm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:circa 1887
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in original antique condition. Covers loose, ideal for restoration.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
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