STRAHAN, Edward (vol. I); Walter SMITH (vol. II); Joseph WILSON (vol. III). The Masterpieces of the Centennial International Exhibition. Philadelphia: Gebbie & Barrie, 1876.

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STRAHAN, Edward (vol. I); Walter SMITH (vol. II); Joseph WILSON (vol. III). The Masterpieces of the Centennial International Exhibition. Philadelphia: Gebbie & Barrie, 1876.

3 volumes, 4o. Engraved plates. Original half morocco, gilt-lettered on upper cover and spine, edges gilt (some light rubbing).

Vol. I covers Fine Art; vol. II Industrial Art; and vol. III History, Mechanics, Science. Vol III is of particular interest for its coverage of engineering, and it also contains a review of major international exhibitions from 1851 to 1875. (3)

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