Lot 195: MACKAY, CHARLES

The Thames and Its Tributaries; or, Rambles among the Rivers. London: Richard Bentley. 1840

3 volumes expanded into 4, 8vo (8 1/2 x 5 3/8). Profusely extra-illustrated with engravings (a few handcolored), maps, clippings; some scattered browning and minor soiling. Half morocco, spines gilt in 6 compartments, blue buckram sides, top edges gilt; joints and extremities rubbed.

Rodman Wanamaker (armorial bookplate in each volume)

This set is primarily extra-illustrated with views of the Thames and the prominent buildings on its banks, maps, and portraits of historical figures associated with London and the Thames estuary.