BREES S.C.

Pictorial Illustrations of New Zealand

London: John Williams & Co, 1847. Folio. Hardcover. Royal folio deluxe first edition, "large paper proof'" copy, plates on India paper.With the error in the caption of image 16 on plate 6. All other editions were corrected. Original green decorated cloth somewhat discoloured in parts, neatly re-cased. Includes 64 views from Brees' artwork by Henry Melville. Large and outstanding work, with some exquisite engravings. Plates unusually clean. A little pale foxing however. Brees was Principal Engineer and Surveyor of the New Zealand Company from 1841 to 1845. Rare. Very Good. Item #019044

Price: $2,346.50 NZD