ENCYCLOPAEDIA OF ANTIQUITIES AND ELEMENTS OF ARCHAEOLOGY Classical and Mediaeval, by Thomas Dudley Fosbroke. John Nichols and Son. London, 1825. volumes I-II. First Edition. The greatest work of the author Dudley Fosbrook [1770-1842].
Early study on ancient Rome, Greek and Egyptian culture. Accompanied by dozens of engravings, as well as a special section on ancient clothing, maps, antique furniture, alphabet, architecture, finds from the Bronze and Iron Ages, and more.
A complete set of two volumes. Original half-leather [slightly faded] bindings with gilt inscription on spines. Stains, good condition.