William Gilpin; Francis George Heath [ed.] — Gilpin&Apos;S Forest Scenery

London, Sampson Low, Marston, Searle, & Rivington, 1879 . Leather. Beautifully bound in half calf, this is a lovely example of Francis George Heath's celebration of William Gilpin's work on the forests of England. Francis George Heath's scarce edition of Gilpin's work, which was first published in 1791.Illustrated with a frontispiece and fifteen plates by Gilpin. Collated, complete. A commentary on English woodlands and forests, with chapters on the beauty of trees, their character, spray and foliage, as well as celebrated trees, park scenery, and the forest itself. Originally written by William Gilpin, an English artist, Church of England cleric, schoolmaster and author best known as one of those who originated the idea of the picturesque. Edited with an introduction and notes by Francis George Heath, a British author and civil servant. In a half calf binding by the Ipsley Bindery. In a half calf signed binding, with cloth covered boards. Externally, lovely. Pencil inscription to front free endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages clean and bright. Fine . Ill.: William Gilpin. Fine .