Henry Shaw — Examples of Ornamental Metal Work

London, Wm Pickering , 1836 . First edition. Leather. An abundantly illustrated scarce first edition this nineteenth century volume on metal work comprising of 50 plates, with 2 being hand coloured. The scarce first edition of the work.In quarter green morocco with red paper boards.An abundantly illustrated nineteenth century volume by Henry Shaw, English architectural draughtsman, engraver, illuminator, and antiquary.Comprising of 50 engraved plates, including the decorative title page, with two being hand coloured. Collated, complete. A beautiful collection of drawings by Henry Shaw, of ornamental metal works such as staircases, lamps, railings, chandeliers, street lamps, gates, door handles etc. In quarter green morocco. Externally. complete loss of morocco to spine. Shelf wear to edges of boards, with rubbing to boards. Stamp to front free endpaper. Internally, firmly bound. Pages are generally bright and clean. Heavy spotting to title page. Light spotting and age toning to rest of the volume, most significant to the rear. Fair . Ill.: Henry Shaw. Fair .