CAMPBELL (COLEN) and others Vitruvius Britannicus, or the British Architect. Containing the Plans, Elevations, and Sections of the Regular Buildings, both Publick and Private in Great Britain, vol. 1-3, FIRST EDITION, engraved titles to volumes 1 and 2, printed title to volume 3 in red and black, engraved dedication in volume 1, 2 lists of subscribers, 295 engraved plates on 249 sheets (as called for), light stain on title and dedication leaf in volume 1, repair to upper margin of title and opening few leaves of volume 3, contemporary panelled calf, gilt morocco spine label, worn, 2 joints slightly starting [Fowler 76; Harris 97 & 99], folio (450 x 310mm.), for the Author, 1715-1717-1725 Footnotes: COLEN CAMPBELL'S CLASSIC SURVEY OF BRITISH ARCHITECTURE. 'Vitruvius Britannicus, with its 200 large folio plates, was the most ambitious publication of engraved material attempted up to that time in Britain' (Harris). Two further volumes were published in 1767 and 1771. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: • • Zero rated for VAT, no VAT will be added to the Hammer Price or the Buyer's Premium. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing