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1835 Pompeiana: The Topography, Edifices and Ornaments of Pompeii, the Result of Excavations since 1819
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Description
Colour Plates, Illustrated, Leather Binding
The scarce second edition of this archaeological study of Pompeii from William Gell, a continuation of Gell's 1818 Pompeiana, updating that previous work with the new discoveries made in the intervening years.
First published in 1832.
Illustrated with eighty-five plates in total, including two an additional engraved title page, and two hand coloured plates. Collated, complete.
Sir William Gell was a classical archaeologist and illustrator. This is one of many works by Gell regarding archaeological sites in Italy, and its rich history.
With extensive former owner notations throughout, and the inscription of Thomas Marshall to a front blank of volume II.
An important contribution to the field of Classical Italian topographical archaeology, at the time this was the standard work on the excavations of Pompeii.
Condition
In full calf bindings. Lacking three spine labels, with remaining label only half present. Extensive rubbing to back strips, joints, and board perimeters. Hinges starting, with boards holding firm. Inscription to a front blank of volume II. Internally, generally firmly bound, with a preliminary gathering of volume I detached. Light spotting to pages and plates, with extensive former owner's notations throughout and to the majority of leaves and plates, in both pencil and ink.
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