Das heilige Land und die heiligen Stätten – The Holy Land and the Holy Places by Dr. J. A. Messmer, published by Vogel’sche Verlagshandlung – Munich, 1860 – First Edition. Colored steel engravings and early exquisite woodcuts of cities and sites in Eretz Israel. Incomplete copy.
An important travel book that includes descriptions of the geography, culture, and customs of Eretz Israel in the mid-19th century, during a period of increased interest in the Holy Land, especially among European scholars, travelers, and religious pilgrims. The book is enriched with impressive full-page colored steel engravings depicting scenes from Jerusalem, Jaffa, Bethlehem, Hebron, Sidon, Jericho, and other cities.
IX, 354 pages, and 24 colored steel engravings, 54 woodcut plates. 29 cm. Leather binding with impressive gilt-embossed decorations. Gilt-edged pages. Copy missing the title page and map. Engravings: 28×22 cm. Wear on the binding. Good condition.
