Product Details

Beautiful late Victorian souvenir featuring engraved panoramic and architectural views of famous cities from around the world. The book is bound in its original red cloth with elaborate gilt floral decoration on the front cover. Inside are numerous black-and-white engraved illustrations of cities including New York, Boston, Chicago, Rome, Venice, Milan, Stockholm, St. Petersburg, Melbourne, and many others. This is an attractive decorative antique for collectors of travel memorabilia, Victorian books, architecture, and world history. Condition * Original red cloth binding * Gold decoration remains bright * Interior illustrations appear clean * Spine shows heavy wear * Rear hinge is separated * General edge wear, light foxing, and age-related discoloration * Please review all photographs carefully as they are part of the description. A wonderful Victorian display book with excellent shelf appeal despite its binding wear.