1838's Pair English Antique Books Winkle's British Cathedrals

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This is a pair of two antique books, Volume 1 & 2 of Winkles' British Cathedrals. An English language, hard … more This is a pair of two antique books, Volume 1 & 2 of Winkles' British Cathedrals. An English language, hard bound illustrated reference guide to 19th century architecture, dating to the early Victorian period, dated 1838.

Robert Garland (1808 - 1863) was a 19th century architect working out of London at the end of the Georgian period until his passing in the mid Victorian. The text descriptions were added by Thomas Moule (1784 - 1851), an English antiquarian, a map maker and write of heraldic interest. The title published by Effingham Wilson, Royal Exchange and Charles Tilt out of London's Fleet Street.

Presented in good antique condition - intact with minor marks to pages
Graced with superb frontispieces to each volume
Fascinating descriptions across 144 and 140 pages respectively
Delightful plate engravings accentuate various scenes from each cathedral

This is a charming pair of antique reference books, the illustrative volumes of Winkle's British Cathedrals. Ideal for the lover of 19th century architecture or collector. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Vol I Width: 18.5cm (7.25'')
Vol I Depth: 3cm (1.25'')
Vol I Height: 27.5cm (10.75'')

Vol II Width: 18.5cm (7.25'')
Vol II Depth: 3cm (1.25'')
Vol II Height: 27.5cm (10.75'') less