By John M. Leighton
Glasgow; London   Joseph Swan; Moon, Boys & Graves
11" by 9" [6], iv, [6], 169, 4pp
The first edition of this charming volume of forty-two plates, showing the beautiful scenes along the River Clyde.
By John M. Leighton

1830 Select Views on the River Clyde

Glasgow; London   Joseph Swan; Moon, Boys & Graves
11" by 9" [6], iv, [6], 169, 4pp
The first edition of this charming volume of forty-two plates, showing the beautiful scenes along the River Clyde.
£240.00
: 2kgs / : 914P5

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Description

First Edition, Illustrated, Leather Binding

The first edition.

Bound by W. H. Balton. 

Illustrated with an engraved title, and forty-two plates.

Four pages of subscriber's names to the rear. 

Collated, complete. 

A charming topographical volume on the River Clyde, showing the beautiful views seen alongside the stretch of the third longest river in Scotland. 

The River Clyde holds historical importance to the British Empire due to its role in shipbuilding and trade. 

By John M. Leighton.

Engraved by Joseph Swan, from drawings by J. Fleming.

Condition

In a half calf binding with marbled paper to the boards. Externally, generally smart. Light discolouration and rubbing to the boards and spine. Minor bumping to the extremities. A small amount of loss to the head of the spine. A few small marks to the boards and spine. Rear joint is a little faded, with a small crack to the tail. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are bright with some spots.

Good

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