Language: English
Published by F. Diemer Fink & Baylaender, Cairo, 1910
Seller: M.S. Books, Salisbury, MD, U.S.A.
First Edition
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. A quite uncommon collection of 12 colored portraits produced during the early British occupation of Egypt that present a variety of types of individuals within Egyptian culture -- all with colorful, exotic dress and surroundings. The portraits are visually arresting and the variety of ethnicity is interesting. 9-1/4" by 7-1/2" horizontal format. Paper covers with a string tie on spine. Also has a pastedown colored portrait on the front cover. The front cover has a surface tear from a previous price sticker, a chip and foxing on the cover the portrait. The 12 internal portraits are Very Good+.