1789 1st ed Topographer Illustrated English Landscapes Forest Scenery History Brydges

“…We shall say something about the use and amusement of Topographical knowledge; we shall then endeavor to show that the subject…is still very far indeed from being exhausted…”--Preface, The Topographer

Sir Samuel Egerton Brydges, was an English Bibliographer and genealogist. He was an important figurehead in English literature and a member of British Parliament. He was a founding member of the Roxburghe Club, a publishing club of wealthy bibliophiles.

This first edition of “The Topographer” provides an overview of English history and antiquities. This lovely four-volume set has 51 engravings depicting scenery from England, churches and other antiquities such as:

•Figure and Arms in the Window of Ospringe Church

•Upminster Hall

•Curious old Seals

•Wootton Church

•Black Friars Gate

Item number: #1937

Price: $750

BRYDGES, Sir Samuel Egerton

The Topographer : for the year ... containing a variety of original articles illustrative of the local history and antiquities of England.

London : Printed for Robson and Clarke ; ... and J. Walker, 1789-1791. First Edition.

Details:

•Collation complete with all pages; 4 volume set:

oVol. I: [1], [viii], 582, [12]

oVol. II: [vi], 392, [24]

oVol. III: [8], 398, 28, [4]

oVol. IV: [vii], [6], 362, [6]

oIllustrated with 51 engravings; includes 46 plates

•Provenance: Armorial Bookplate – Adam Wolley

oAdam Wolley was a 19th century antiquarian.

oHis grandson was the esteemed English naturalist, John Wolley, who was best known for his large collection of bird eggs and studies on the dodo and great auk.

•Language: English

•Binding: Leather; tight & secure

•Size: ~8in X 5.5in (20cm x 14cm)

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