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Journal of Sentimental Travels in the Southern Provinces of France Shortly Before the Revolution; Embellished with Seventeen Coloured Engravings, from Designs by T. Rowlandson, Esq
by Combe, William (uncredited). Illustrated by Thomas Rowlandson
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About This Item
London: Rudolph Ackermann, 1821. First Edition. Near fine. Thomas Rowlandson (1757 - 1827). 8vo, 9 5/16 x 6 in. (245 x 155 mm); pp. tile page + ii + 291 + [1] + 18 bound-in hand-colored aquatint plates from designs by T. Rowlandson (although the title page calls for only 17 engravings this copy contains 18, as called for in the list of "Directions to the Binder"). Each plate bears the imprint, Pubd. at R. Ackerman's Repository of Arts No. 101 Strand date 1820 or 1821. Printed on cream wove paper, light foxing on front pages and versos of some engravings, some plate offsetting, else clean and bright. Later three quarter red mottled calf binding by Riviere with gilt fillets on corner and spine pieces, marbled cloth, five raised bands with gilt compartments, black morocco title labels, marbled end-papers, t.e.g., slight wear to joints and corners.
[Tooley 415; Abbey Travel 89; ]. A complete specimen (with advertisement at end) of this humorous and engaging social and political satire just before the French Revolution. The 18 colored plates are by English artist and caricaturist Thomas Rowlandson (1757-1827). Rowlandson is known for his political satire and social observation. He was a prolific printmaker, and illustrated many novels, humorous books, and topographical works. Like other caricaturists of the Georgian Era (Gillray, Cruikshank), his caricatures are often robust or bawdy.
[Tooley 415; Abbey Travel 89; ]. A complete specimen (with advertisement at end) of this humorous and engaging social and political satire just before the French Revolution. The 18 colored plates are by English artist and caricaturist Thomas Rowlandson (1757-1827). Rowlandson is known for his political satire and social observation. He was a prolific printmaker, and illustrated many novels, humorous books, and topographical works. Like other caricaturists of the Georgian Era (Gillray, Cruikshank), his caricatures are often robust or bawdy.
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- Rob Zanger Rare Books LLC
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- Bookseller's Inventory #
- 356
- Title
- Journal of Sentimental Travels in the Southern Provinces of France Shortly Before the Revolution; Embellished with Seventeen Coloured Engravings, from Designs by T. Rowlandson, Esq
- Author
- Combe, William (uncredited). Illustrated by Thomas Rowlandson
- Illustrator
- Thomas Rowlandson (1757 - 1827)
- Book Condition
- Used - Near fine
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Edition
- First Edition
- Publisher
- Rudolph Ackermann
- Place of Publication
- London
- Date Published
- 1821
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Rob Zanger Rare Books is located amidst a serene pastoral setting in the Mid-Hudson Valley of New York State. We offer rare books, fine art (primarily works on paper), photographs, and antiques. Our commitment is to authentic presentation of the works we offer based on scrupulous research; with integrity and ethical conduct, and responsive, respectful and friendly service. We have zero tolerance for dissembling, shenanigans, or hornswoggling.
The books, artworks, photographs, and cabinet items shown here are a selection from our inventory. We welcome Inquiries for particular books, artworks, or photographs you're searching for, or for something similar to the works we're offering. Please visit our website, www.robzangerrarebooks.com to communicate your interests or questions.
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