China in a series of views : displaying the scenery, architecture, and social habits, of that ancient empire

ALLOM, Thomas

Published by Fisher, Son, & Co, 1850

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1850 CHINA Illustrated Thomas Allom CHINESE ART Architecture Temples Peking RARE Thomas Allom s China in a Series of Views is an impressive and highly desirable 19th-century illustrated account of Chinese scenery and architecture. This particular tome features illustrations and descriptions of iconic locations including: PooToo Temple at Chusan, or Zhoushan o Valley o Bridges Ancient tombs at Amoy, or Xiamen Ting-Hoo, Tripod Lake Chin Chew River and Bay Ting Hai Fortress of Terror Silk farming; dying, winding, manufacturing Wootang, or Wudang Mountains Item number: #21817 Price: $1250 ALLOM, Thomas China in a series of views : displaying the scenery, architecture, and social habits, of that ancient empire London: Fisher, Son, & Co., [ca. 1850]. Details: Collation: 2 volumes in 1 tome 32 engravings (including vignette title page) 32 engravings (including vignette title page) Language: English Binding: Leather; tight and secure Size: ~11in X 8.5in (28cm x 21.5cm) Very rare and desirable Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 21817 Photos available upon request.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: China in a series of views : displaying the scenery, architecture, and social habits, of that ancient empire
• Publisher: Fisher, Son, & Co
• Publication Date: 1850
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Near Fine