Lot 08193

“Greece”, T. Whitehorn, Penryn, c.1840. Folio, rare private charitable publication. 17 unnumbered sheets. Engraved texts and plates, referring to ancient Greek history and main personalities of the ancient Greek world. At the front cover a lithographic reproduction from a sketch by E. Noel entitled “Athens, from Mount Lycabettus”, on rear cover a lithograph “The Temple of Theseus / from a drawing by P. Sambell”. A noted to the first sheet the profits arising from this work are intended “to aid in the erection of a new school room, to assist some village libraries…”.  Original paper lithographed covers, soiled and worn, the spine almost missing, still firm, interior with just light spotting.