A Collection of Portraits sketched from the life since the year 1793 by George Dance Esq., R.A. and engraved in imitation of The Original Drawings by William Daniell, A.R.A. (2 vols.)

DANCE, George R.A.

Published by Messrs. Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, Paternoster Row and Mr William Daniell, No 9, Cleveland Street, Fitzroy Square, London, 1809

About this Item

Two llarge, rare volumes of black and white portraits of notable gentlemen of the eighteenth century. Published respectively in 1809 and 1814. Both volumes have been rebound in modern half mottled calf over marbled light brown & black paper covered boards. A little scuffing in places, else near fine. Books measure 48cm (tall) x 33cm x 3cm. Vol I: half title, title page, dedication page , 36 full page b&w portraits with whole page descriptions of each. Vol II: half-title, title page (creasing), 36 full page b&w portraits with whole page descriptions of each. All 72 plates are very clean indeed with no foxing. Rare to find these volumes intact! They are heavy and will require extra postage. Further descriptions and photos upon request to serious enquirers. Seller Inventory # 3093

Bibliographic Details

Title: A Collection of Portraits sketched from the ...

Publisher: Messrs. Longman, Hurst, Rees, and Orme, Paternoster Row and Mr William Daniell, No 9, Cleveland Street, Fitzroy Square, London

Publication Date: 1809

Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: DANCE, George R.A., DANIELL, William A.R.A.

Condition: Near Fine

Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

Edition: 1st Edition