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HUTCHINSON, William (1732-1814). The History of the County of Cumberland, Carlisle: F. Jollie, 1794. 2 volumes extended to 3, 4° (274 x 219mm). Engraved titles and 52 engraved plates and maps only (of 55), some folding, engraved illustrations. EXTRA-ILLUSTRATED with 39 engraved and lithographed topographical plates, mostly double-page, 33 topographical pencil drawings, 3 double-page coloured pen and ink drawings, 4 double-page pen and wash drawings and 38 single-page coloured pen and ink drawings. Contemporary russia gilt (spines defective, that of vol. I detached), gilt edges.
The large coloured and wash drawings depict views and tombs inside Carlisle Cathedral. One of the single-page drawings shows the tomb of Thomas Wilson and the other thirty-seven illustrate the legends of Saints Anthony and Austine. With another book of topographical interest. (4)
The large coloured and wash drawings depict views and tombs inside Carlisle Cathedral. One of the single-page drawings shows the tomb of Thomas Wilson and the other thirty-seven illustrate the legends of Saints Anthony and Austine. With another book of topographical interest. (4)
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