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2 Volumes. Austen Henry Layard, Nineveh and its Remains

Offered by: Imperial Fine Books

Description
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.

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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