Ninveh and its Remains. * Discoveries in the Ruins of Nineveh and Babylon

Estimate: $400–$600
Hammer price: $600

Historical auction record. Hammer prices exclude buyer’s premium and taxes.

author

(HOLY LAND). LAYARD, AUSTEN HENRY

printer

John Murray

Place

London

Publication

1849 and 1853

Description

Two works, each two volumes. Ninveh: engraved folding map, and 26 plates and plans, many folding, a number lithographed, numerous ilustrations in the text. Discoveries: 5 folding maps & plans, 10 lithographed plates, 2 folding, numerous wood engraved ilustrations in the text, many full page.

references

Blackmer 968-69; Abbey, Travel 364

Contemporary uniform tan morocco gilt over marbled boards, spines sunned. 8vo. (4)

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