Description: 1785 ARCHAEOLOGIA VII archaeology tracts engravings Society Antiquaries leather Click images to enlarge Description ARCHAEOLOGIA; Or Miscellaneous Tracts Relating to Antiquity Volume VII Published by the Society of Antiquaries of London, 1785 Bound in leather, with later rebacking with new endpapers, raised bands, leather labels and gilt rules to spines/boards - measures 28 x 23 cm. ix, 442 + [ii] pages + 30 leaves of plates, some folded The Society of Antiquaries of London held its first minuted meeting in 1718. Those attending its meetings in the 18th century examined objects, gave talks, and discussed theories on historical sites. Reports on the dilapidation of significant buildings were also produced. The Society was also concerned with the topics of heraldry, genealogy, and historical documents. Archaeologia was the Society's first journal, and mainly contained papers that had been delivered at the Society's meetings: in the early years these included many delivered in previous decades that had remained unpublished. This volume is distinguished by the quality and interest of their many engraved plates and plans (many fold-out) and textual illustrations. It looks superb on the shelf, and is wonderful to hold and explore the contents. A great country house or gentleman's club look, and a fascinating record of late 18th archaeology and antiquarian study. Please see photos for detailed contents list. The subjects covered include (but not limited to): various excavation reports, Dundalk Irish ship-temple, pagodas and caverns in Bombay, pagan practices of ancient Druids, observations of the Flavian Amphitheatre (Colosseum), deciphering the language of Gypsies, Roman roads, the history and development of archery and bow shooting.... Condition: very good+ condition, binding firm, boards are in good order, clean and bright internally with minimal foxing; academic society library bookplate with cancellation stamp to endpaper. Images sell! Get Supersized Images & Free Image HostingCreate your brand with Auctiva's Customizable Templates. Attention Sellers - Get Templates Image Hosting, Scheduling at Auctiva.com. Track Page Views WithAuctiva's Counter
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Publisher: Antiquity
Subject: Topography & Local Interest
Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated, Luxury Edition
Non-Fiction Subject: History
Language: English
Date of Publication: 1785
Binding: Leather
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Year Printed: 1785
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