The Tropical World: Aspects of Man and Nature in the Equatorial Regions of the Globe
Dr. G. Hartwig | Longmans, Green & Co., London, 1873
New Edition | Full Leather Binding | Chromoxylographic Plates
A beautifully bound 19th-century natural history volume exploring the plants, animals, landscapes, and cultures of the equatorial world. Written by German naturalist Dr. Georg Hartwig, this richly illustrated work features eight chromoxylographic color plates and numerous in-text woodcut engravings, including scenes such as Primitive Forest and Condor Catching.
Bound in full polished calf with gilt-tooled spine and raised bands, this edition showcases the elevated craftsmanship of Victorian bookmaking. Marbled endpapers and a red gilt title label complete the presentation.
Condition:
Light wear to the leather consistent with age
Some foxing to a few pages, mostly on preliminaries (typical for 19th-century paper)
Illustrations remain vivid and well-preserved
A stunning display piece for an English-study–inspired interior or a lovely addition to any natural history collection.
