The illustrated handbook of architecture: being a concise and popular account of the different styles of architecture prevailing in all ages and all countries. By James Fergusson, M.R.I.B.A., author of 'Palaces of Nineveh and Persepolis restored.' In two volumes. - Vol. I (II). With 850 illustrations on wood.
Vol. I: lvii, 1-470 p.; Vol. II: 473-1004 p. [including index]. Advertisements for books published by John Murray: pp. 1-32 at the end of volume I. In the Preface in Vol. I, p. xi: 'All the woodcuts executed expressly for the work were engraved by Mr. Robert Branston, and it need hardly be remarked that they are done with his accustomed clearness and accuracy.' Printer statement on verso of both title-pages: 'London: printed by William Clowes and Sons, Stamford Street, and Charing Cross.' Later revised, expanded and rearranged, and published as a new work, under the title: A history of architecture in all countries: from the earliest times to the present day.
Provenance
On recto of frontispiece is inscription in pencil, 'Royal Academy Library / recd 8 Feby 1856 / H.W.P.' [Henry William Pickersgill, R.A.]
Binding Note
Printed on spine: 'The Illustrated Handbook of Architecture Fergusson Vol. I (II).'