(EXPOSITION UNIVERSELLE, 1867). ~ The illustrated Catalogue of the Universal Exhibition published with the Art Journal. London and New York: Virtue and Co. [1868].
Folio (322 × 230 mm), pp. xii, 331, [1], copiously illustrated throughout with wood engravings. Occasional spots or dust soiling, one short tear (without loss) to one lower margin. Recent half calf to style, panelled spine, gilt, with urn tools and preserving the original red label. An attractive copy.
First edition of the Art Journal’s retrospective catalogue of the 1867 Exposition, including notice of the prize winners. It is a kaleidoscope of Second Empire decorative and applied arts from all over Europe and beyond. It comprises: a general Introduction by C. Boutell; Glass - Domestic and Decorative by G. Wallis; Lace and Embroidery by Mrs. B. Palliser; Adaptations From the Antique by C. Boutell; Art Materials and Products in Clay, Stone, Marbles, Etc. by D.T. Ansted; Furniture. by J.B. Atkinson; Textile Fabrics by Mrs. B. Palliser; Goldsmith's Work, Silver, and Jewellery by H. Friswell; Porcelain and Pottery by J. Dafforne and Bronzes and Bronze Imitations by G. Wallis.