Old England: A Pictorial Museum of Regal, Ecclesiastical, Baronial, Municiple and Popular Antiques

Old England: A Pictorial Museum of Regal, Ecclesiastical, Baronial, Municiple and Popular Antiques (Volume 1 & 2) ~ edited by Charles Knight

Refurbished first editions (c) 1845
Leather bound large (A4+) books with gold embossed pattern edges, brass corners and suede covering spine area.
Foxing due to age on pages but generally very good condition.

A monumental two-volume work first published in 1845. It offers a sweeping visual and historical survey of Englands cultural heritage, spanning centuries of architecture, costume, ceremony, and craftsmanship.

• Volume I explores the Anglo-Saxon period through to the late medieval era, featuring engravings and essays on castles, cathedrals, royal regalia, and civic traditions.

• Volume II continues from the Tudor period to the reign of George II, highlighting domestic life, public institutions, and artistic developments.

Lavishly illustrated with hundreds of engravingsincluding illuminated platesthis set was designed as both an educational resource and a celebration of national identity. Knights editorial vision blends scholarly commentary with accessible storytelling, making it a treasure trove for historians, collectors, and lovers of Victorian publishing.