H. Besley's Views of Devonshire [ 12 vignette views ]
Book Description
Undated, but there is a presentation inscription to the front inner cover - Catherine Graham from her affe C. Story May 1859. 12 vignette views all published by H Besley, Directory Office, South Street, Exeter most from drawings by G Townsend of Exeter. 1. Torquay from the sea. 2 spots to the sky - 2. Torquay, Meadfoot. - 3. Torquay from the pier - 4. Torquay from Livermead Sands - 5. Torquay from the Rock Walk - 6. Daddy's Hole near Torquay - 7. Ansty's Cove near Torquay - 8. Watcombe near Torquay - 9. Babbicombe - 10. Berry - Pomeroy Castle. Drawn & engraved by William Willis - 11. Totnes - 12. Ashburton. With the original tissue interleaving, but this is creased and browned and spotted, not affecting the plates though. In the original paper covers which are worn. Page edges are spotted. Faint modern collector's blindstamp to the lower outer corner of the rear cover.
Author
H. Besley
Date
1859
Publisher
H. Besley, Exeter
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