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Henry Shaw, “Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages,” 1843 Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English
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Henry Shaw, “Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages,” 1843
Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English architectural draughtsman, illuminator and antiquary
“Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Century.” London: William Pickering, 1843. First Edition. 2 vols.
Lavishly illustrated with hand-colored engraved title illustration and numerous additional engraved lithographic plates, most of which with hand-coloring, and further in-text color illustrations
Imperial octavo (287 x 203 mm); in red leather and marble paper covered boards, spines with raised bands and gilt lettering, all edges gilt, housed in custom slipcase
Very good condition
Estimate: $1,000
Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English architectural draughtsman, illuminator and antiquary
“Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Century.” London: William Pickering, 1843. First Edition. 2 vols.
Lavishly illustrated with hand-colored engraved title illustration and numerous additional engraved lithographic plates, most of which with hand-coloring, and further in-text color illustrations
Imperial octavo (287 x 203 mm); in red leather and marble paper covered boards, spines with raised bands and gilt lettering, all edges gilt, housed in custom slipcase
Very good condition
Estimate: $1,000
Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English architectural draughtsman, illuminator and antiquary
“Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Century.” London: William Pickering, 1843. First Edition. 2 vols.
Lavishly illustrated with hand-colored engraved title illustration and numerous additional engraved lithographic plates, most of which with hand-coloring, and further in-text color illustrations
Imperial octavo (287 x 203 mm); in red leather and marble paper covered boards, spines with raised bands and gilt lettering, all edges gilt, housed in custom slipcase
Very good condition
Estimate: $1,000
Henry Shaw (English, 1800-1873)
Shaw left a legacy as a skilled architectural draughtsman, engraver, illuminator and antiquarian. Born in London, he was exposed to the arts at an early age. He was employed to illustrate many important historical texts on antiquities and architecture around England. In 1833, he was elected a fellow of the Society of Antiquities. There he made many important contributions to historical texts. His personal copy of “Illuminated Ornaments,” finished by his own hand, is in the library of the British Museum.
Condition
Slight darkening to spines and wear along the hinges. Both in overall very good condition.
Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.
Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English architectural draughtsman, illuminator and antiquary
“Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Century.” London: William Pickering, 1843. First Edition. 2 vols.
Lavishly illustrated with hand-colored engraved title illustration and numerous additional engraved lithographic plates, most of which with hand-coloring, and further in-text color illustrations
Imperial octavo (287 x 203 mm); in red leather and marble paper covered boards, spines with raised bands and gilt lettering, all edges gilt, housed in custom slipcase
Very good condition
Estimate: $1,000
Henry Shaw (English, 1800-1873)
Shaw left a legacy as a skilled architectural draughtsman, engraver, illuminator and antiquarian. Born in London, he was exposed to the arts at an early age. He was employed to illustrate many important historical texts on antiquities and architecture around England. In 1833, he was elected a fellow of the Society of Antiquities. There he made many important contributions to historical texts. His personal copy of “Illuminated Ornaments,” finished by his own hand, is in the library of the British Museum.
Condition
Slight darkening to spines and wear along the hinges. Both in overall very good condition.
Versandpreise exkl. dt. Mwst und zzgl 2.5 % (+Mwst) Versandversicherung.
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Henry Shaw, “Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages,” 1843
Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English architectural draughtsman, illuminator and antiquary
“Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Century.” London: William Pickering, 1843. First Edition. 2 vols.
Lavishly illustrated with hand-colored engraved title illustration and numerous additional engraved lithographic plates, most of which with hand-coloring, and further in-text color illustrations
Imperial octavo (287 x 203 mm); in red leather and marble paper covered boards, spines with raised bands and gilt lettering, all edges gilt, housed in custom slipcase
Very good condition
Estimate: $1,000
Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English architectural draughtsman, illuminator and antiquary
“Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Century.” London: William Pickering, 1843. First Edition. 2 vols.
Lavishly illustrated with hand-colored engraved title illustration and numerous additional engraved lithographic plates, most of which with hand-coloring, and further in-text color illustrations
Imperial octavo (287 x 203 mm); in red leather and marble paper covered boards, spines with raised bands and gilt lettering, all edges gilt, housed in custom slipcase
Very good condition
Estimate: $1,000
Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English architectural draughtsman, illuminator and antiquary
“Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Century.” London: William Pickering, 1843. First Edition. 2 vols.
Lavishly illustrated with hand-colored engraved title illustration and numerous additional engraved lithographic plates, most of which with hand-coloring, and further in-text color illustrations
Imperial octavo (287 x 203 mm); in red leather and marble paper covered boards, spines with raised bands and gilt lettering, all edges gilt, housed in custom slipcase
Very good condition
Estimate: $1,000
Henry Shaw (English, 1800-1873)
Shaw left a legacy as a skilled architectural draughtsman, engraver, illuminator and antiquarian. Born in London, he was exposed to the arts at an early age. He was employed to illustrate many important historical texts on antiquities and architecture around England. In 1833, he was elected a fellow of the Society of Antiquities. There he made many important contributions to historical texts. His personal copy of “Illuminated Ornaments,” finished by his own hand, is in the library of the British Museum.
Condition
Slight darkening to spines and wear along the hinges. Both in overall very good condition.
Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance.
Henry Shaw (1800-1873) – English architectural draughtsman, illuminator and antiquary
“Dresses and Decorations of the Middle Ages from the Seventh to the Seventeenth Century.” London: William Pickering, 1843. First Edition. 2 vols.
Lavishly illustrated with hand-colored engraved title illustration and numerous additional engraved lithographic plates, most of which with hand-coloring, and further in-text color illustrations
Imperial octavo (287 x 203 mm); in red leather and marble paper covered boards, spines with raised bands and gilt lettering, all edges gilt, housed in custom slipcase
Very good condition
Estimate: $1,000
Henry Shaw (English, 1800-1873)
Shaw left a legacy as a skilled architectural draughtsman, engraver, illuminator and antiquarian. Born in London, he was exposed to the arts at an early age. He was employed to illustrate many important historical texts on antiquities and architecture around England. In 1833, he was elected a fellow of the Society of Antiquities. There he made many important contributions to historical texts. His personal copy of “Illuminated Ornaments,” finished by his own hand, is in the library of the British Museum.
Condition
Slight darkening to spines and wear along the hinges. Both in overall very good condition.
Versandpreise exkl. dt. Mwst und zzgl 2.5 % (+Mwst) Versandversicherung.
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