ADAM, Robert (1728-1792) and James (1732-1794). The Works in Architecture. London: for the authors and sold by Peter Elmsly, [1773-] 1778-1779. 2 volumes, 2° (624 x 485mm). Engraved frontispiece, and 80 engraved plates, of which two folding, by G.B. Piranesi, Vivares, Rooker, Zucchi, Pastorini and others, after R. and J. Adams. (A tear in each plate of vol. 1 part 1 crudely repaired on verso, some dampstaining in vol. 1 part 5, folding plates with some browning, light marginal soiling, occasional mostly marginal spotting, one plate in vol. 2 with an early repair, some leaves evenly yellowed.) 19th-century half calf, spines with gilt rules and red morocco labels, the sides with a roll-tool in blind, edges sprinkled red (worn, one board nearly detached, spine ends chipped, some corners lacking leather, sides scuffed, endpapers browned). Provenance: John Tiranti & Co (small label).