Picturesque Atlas of Australasia

'Picturesque Atlas of Australasia' edited by Hon. Andrew Garran…
click the photo to enlarge
'Picturesque Atlas of Australasia' edited by Hon. Andrew Garran [Syd, 1886], 3 vol. folio, fine red morocco with embossed gilt spine and boards decorated with kangaroo, emu, tallship and crossed shovel and pick, gilt edging, a fine copy in remarkably good condition, some minor wear to corners and edges, minor foxing to end pages, otherwise good condition

You must be a subscriber, and be logged in to view price and dealer details.

Subscribe Now to view actual auction price for this item

When you subscribe, you have the option of setting the currency in which to display prices to $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.

This item has been sold, and the description, image and price are for reference purposes only.
  • Embossed / Repousse - Embossing, also known as repousse, is the technique of decorating metal with raised designs, by pressing or beating out the design from the reverse side of the object.It is the opposite of chasing, where the decoration is applied from the front. An embossed or repoussed object may have chasing applied to finish off the design.
  • Foxing - Foxing is a type of discoloration or staining that occurs on the edges or pages of old books, manuscripts, and other paper-based materials. The term "foxing" comes from the reddish-brown color of the stains, which is similar to the color of fox fur.

    Foxing is caused by a variety of factors, including exposure to moisture, high humidity, and oxidation. Over time, these environmental factors can cause the paper to yellow and develop the distinctive brownish stains. The discoloration can also be caused by pollutants in the air, such as smoke and chemicals, or by the presence of certain types of mould or mildew.

    Foxing can have a significant impact on the value and appearance of old books and manuscripts, and is often considered a defect. However, some people consider foxing to be a sign of the history and aging of the paper, and view it as a desirable characteristic.

This item has been included into following indexes:

Visually similar items

Wang Qi porcelain panel. In carved wooden frame. Sage and child. Height 89 cm x 47 cm

Sold by in for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.

A large Chinese carved wooden table screen with mother-of-pearl inlay, Republic period the screen carved in high relief with a newly-wed couple meeting probably the god of marriage set in a garden landscape, verso with symbols of fortuity and longevity, th

Sold by in for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.

Chinese late Qing Dynasty rank badge, of square form, with central figure of phoenix surrounded by precious objects above wave scroll, fretwork background with brocade borders, in tones of yellow, cream, green, blue, purple and orange, a/f, 38 cm x 39 cm

Sold by in for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.

A Caucasian rug, Kuba district, circa 1880, 175 x 108 cm

Sold by in for
You can display prices in $Au, $US, $NZ or Stg.