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2 Large Vols Antique Reference Book, Egypt - Historical and Picturesque, English
$2,232.07
£1,638
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About the Item
This is 2 large volumes of the antique reference book 'Egypt - Descriptive, Historical and Picturesque by G. Ebers. An English translation by Clara Bell, with illustrations, dating to the Victorian period, published 1884.
Superb reference book across two volumes with fascinating illustrations and text
Translated into English across 318 and 402 pages respectively by Clara Bell (1834 - 1927)
Originally published in German by Georg Moritz Ebers (1837 - 1898)
This edition published in London by Cassell & Company Limited in 1884
Bound in soft brown cloth with gilt and coloured titling to cover and spine
Fine engravings provided by a collection of 30 illustrators from across Europe
Features landscapes, architecture, natural history and portraiture
Some text accompanied by reproductions of hieroglyphics
Personal message to the inside cover for a Louie Grant Hodgson, November 1886
This is a fascinating antique reference book of Egypt across two large volumes with a comprehensive illustrative history of the country. Delivered ready to enjoy.
Dimensions:
Volume 1 Width: 30.5cm (12'')
Volume 1 Depth: 3.5cm (1.5'')
Volume 1 Height: 38cm (15'')
Volume 2 Width: 30.5cm (12'')
Volume 2 Depth: 4cm (1.5'')
Volume 2 Height: 38cm (15'')
- Dimensions:Height: 14.97 in (38 cm)Width: 12.01 in (30.5 cm)Depth: 1.38 in (3.5 cm)
- Style:Victorian (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:1884
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Presented in very good antique condition.
- Seller Location:Hele, Devon, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: 240711stDibs: LU2645338637042
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