Bewick (Thomas) History of British Birds
£750
Newcastle, Sol. Hodgson and Edward Walker, 1797 & 1804.
First edition. 2 vol., 8vo. Later full calf, spines gilt compartments within raised bands, leather spine labels.
An attractive, leather-bound set of Bewick’s famous British Birds, splendidly illustrated by him throughout.
Out of stock
An excellent pair.
Woodcut illustrations and vignettes by Thomas Bewick.
Armorial bookplate of William Henry Mason to front pastedowns.
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