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2 Volumes. Austen Henry Layard, Nineveh and its Remains
$ 1,500
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2 Volumes. Austen Henry Layard, Nineveh and its Remains. First US Edition. Bound in 3/4 navy morocco with covers displaying an ornate Egyptian depiction of a God. Raised bands with panels displaying gilt-tooled borders and label lettering. All of the edges are gilt. Includes an account of a visit to the Chaldaean Christians of Kurdistan, and the Yezidis, or Devil-Worshipers; and an inquiry into the manners and arts of the ancient Assyrians. Includes a frontispiece depicting an ancient scene of the destruction of monuments. Published by George P. Putnam in New York, 1849.
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More Information
Origin: United States Period: 19th Century Materials: Leather. Condition: Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Creation Date: 1849 Styles / Movements: Traditional Incollect Reference #: 609327 -
Dimensions
W. 2.75 in; H. 9.25 in; D. 6.25 in; W. 6.99 cm; H. 23.5 cm; D. 15.88 cm;
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Woman-owned and operated, Imperial Fine Books is a leading specialist in leather-bound books, sets, fine bindings, Cosways, Jeweled bindings, Color Plate, Children's, fine and rare books for over 35 Years.
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