BOYDELL, John & Josiah (publishers). A Set of Prints Engraved after the most capital Paintings In the Collection of Her Imperial Majesty, The Empress of Russia, Lately in the Possession of The Earl of Orford at Houghton in Norfolk; With Plans, Elevations, Sections, Chimney Pieces & Ceilings. London: John & Josiah Boydell, 1788. 2 volumes, 2° (700 x 525mm). Frontispiece portraits of Catherine II, Empress of Russia in vol. I and Robert Walpole in vol. II, engraved titles with allegorical illustrations, dedication, list of prints in English and French parallel text, 28 engraved plans and elevations of Houghton on 19 sheets and 128 plates on 107 sheets (some mainly marginal spotting and staining, a few plates creased). Contemporary half roan and marbled boards (rubbed and bumped). Owing to varying plate counts this lot is sold not subject to return. Brunet I, 1192. (2)