Ruins of Rome. 1778 : Image area, 18 x 27 cms approx. An original 18th century copper plate engraving from Charles Middleton's "A Complete System of Geography".

A picturesque view of the ancient ruins of Rome, reflecting the period's fascination with the surviving monuments and classical remains of the city. An original eighteenth century copper plate engraving from Charles Middleton's "A Complete System of Geography", published in London in 1778. Printed on contemporary laid paper, these finely engraved plates illustrate the peoples, customs, animals, places and notable features of the wider world, and retain the character of the period. Category: PRINTS : Antiquarian Interest; Unframed Prints : Old; Cosmo Books : 29 years on ABE, 47 years taking care of customers. A bookseller you can rely on.