masterpieces of Russian architecture in beautiful colour

Hand-coloured lithography at its best: a rather extensive collection of large views of both Russian capitals, with fine original hand-colour. More than 30 folio plates, mostly by Perrot, Arnout and Bichebois, and printed by the leading lithographer of the time.

Rare in such condition and quantity.

Oblong folio, 33 lithographs after various artists including Arnout, Benoist, Bichebois, Perrot, amongst others; later half brown morocco over brown cloth, title in gilt to upper cover, morocco label to spine, a fine copy.