Portraits and Characters of The Kings of England. From William the Conqueror to George the Third Part II

published by J. Harris and Son

Published by: J. Harris and Son, London, 1823.

Softback booklet is overall in GOOD condition.

• Volume displays moderate expected wear and aging.
• Blue covers feature black line drawing with black text on front and back, as well as an owner's ink signature near upper edge on front.
• Wraps exhibit overall rubbing and edgewear, as well as pronounced fading and some staining.
• Spine is notably rubbed, with blue paper severely rubbed from head to foot. (See photos)
• Sewn saddle stitch pages are overall intact. Cover is detached. (See photos)
• Interior is well preserved, displaying overall toning as well as occasional foxing, more to title page and feps. (See photos)
• Images remain vibrant with minimal blemishes, with facing portraits and blank verso.
• Inside pages are free of writing and intentional marks. 
• Textblock edges show expected toning and wear.
• Book may exhibit additional minor signs of age or wear.
• SC20181219

17 pages. 4.25 x 7 inches.

This small collection of poems on the various kings of England from Edward the Fifth to George the Third, constitutes a funny and entertaining ensemble of portraits of the successive monarchs who ruled the nation from the 15th century to the end of the reign of George the Third in 1820. The elegant verse gives an overall idea of the character, qualities of soul, and greatness of each sovereign while the illustrations show a physical portrait of the ruler. 

Features 17 hand-colored illustrations + frontispiece. Portraits in verse. J. Harris publishing is known for producing innovative and popular new styles in the 19th century, including lovely booklets with hand-colored copperplate engravings.

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