Description: This antique book titled "Gallery of Eminent Men & Women of Europe & America Vol.1-2" is a true gem for collectors and enthusiasts of photography and art. The hardcover binding is made of high-quality leather and the pages are adorned with beautiful illustrations. The book was published by Johnson, Wilson And Company in New York in 1873 and features original content written by Evert A. Duyckinck. The book is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of photography and art, with a focus on the portraits of eminent men and women from Europe and America. The special attributes of this book make it a unique addition to any collection, and it is a rare find for those searching for antiquarian and collectible items. This is a nice set of 1873 antique Portrait Gallery of Eminent Men and Women of Europe & America Volumes I & II. In pretty good shape for their age as show with some wear to the exterior. Marbleized endpapers. Previous owner also put additional etching of George Washington and Washington at Home(See Pictures). They also have some older newspaper clippings one dated 1957. They measure 9" x 11.5" First edition, thick quarto, pp. 640, 46 steel engraved portraits; pp. 638, 73 steel engraved portraits, extra engraved title for each volume. Very nice 150 year old books Keep in mind the shipping price also covers handling fees, packaging materials & time, not just postage. See our eBay store for 1000’s of other items. H-bk
Price: 575 USD
Location: Saint Louis, Missouri
End Time: 2024-11-11T04:07:40.000Z
Shipping Cost: 20 USD
Product Images
Item Specifics
All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Binding: Leather/Hardcover
Place of Publication: New York
Language: English
Special Attributes: Illustrated
Country of Manufacture: United States
Author: Duyckinck, Evert A.
Publisher: Johnson, Wilson And Company
Topic: Photography: Collections
Subject: Art & Photography
Year Printed: 1873
Original/Facsimile: Original
