Mennie (Douglas) Glimpses of China
£595
Shanghai, A.S. Watson, [c.1920].
Oblong folio. Original sewn wrappers with mounted photographic image.
A series of Vandyck photogravures illustrating Chinese life and surroundings.
Out of stock
Very good.
Mounted photographic plates.
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