Book of Raphael's Madonnas German language Binding is shaken but secure

Binding is shaken but secure

Ownership inscription dated 1886 to second front free end paper

Browning to rear interior hinge where rear free end paper was once attached with tape

" Minor bumping to corners and spine ends

Else is clean and bright with illustrations and maps throughout

Book of Raphael's Madonnas German language Binding is shaken but secureNew York: Leavitt and Allen, 1860. Hardcover. 4to. Very good. From the Estate of Betty Whiting, a direct descendant of Martha Washington. Early example of albumen photographic prints. Beautifully bound in full red and maroon leather with gilt title and ornate decorations to boards and spine. Minor rubbing and creasing to spine. Light rubbing to boards. Gilt dentelles. Foxing throughout, including to some of the illustrations. A few minor cracks to