1933 - Views of Baden

Views of Baden and its immediate surroundings, along with a history and description of the area, as well as a map of the nearby region, a railway map, and notes for visitors. Baden, Marx (ca. 1850). Qu.Kl.8°. With 2 engraved maps on 1 folded sheet and 16 (including title and frontispiece) steel-engraved plates. 46 (of 47) pp. Contemporary half-leather binding (heavily rubbed). Engelmann I, 302. — Includes 2 panoramic views, as well as the New Palace, the Society House, the Trinkhalle, landscapes of the immediate surroundings, etc. The maps show the Baden area and the route of the railroads from Offenburg to Kehl. - Lacks the conclusion of the “Notes for Visitors.” Somewhat stained and discolored; a few pages with minor lower-edge tears. - Bookplate. - ╔Included: Chezy, W. v.╗ Panoramic Views of Baden-Baden and Its Nearer and Farther Surroundings. A Pocket Guide for Spa Guests and Travelers. 2nd ed. Karlsruhe, Creuzbauer 1839. Small 8°. With 12 steel-engraved plates. XII, 174 pp., 1 leaf. Contemporary cloth binding with gold embossing and gold edging. (Binding joints split, corners intact.) - Engelmann 301. - The views engraved by A.H. Payne mostly feature charming figurative details. - Some foxing.