Series of views in the island of Saint Helena ... / engraved by Robert Havell and Son, from drawings taken on the sport by J. Kerr, Esqr., paymaster of the 66th Regiment.
Alternate Title(s):
Kerr's views in the island of St. Helena
Published / Created:
London : Published by Colnaghi and Co., Cockspur Street, and Rodwell and Martin, 46, New Bond Street, [1822?].[London] : Printed by G. Havell, Tottenham Court Road
Physical Description:
[16] pages, [6] leaves of plates : illustrations ; 47 x 34 cm
Collection:
Rare Books and Manuscripts
Copyright Status:
Copyright Not Evaluated
Classification:
Books
Notes:
"Dedicated by permission to Lady Lowe"--Title page.
Contents:
Plates: View of the new house at Longwood -- View of the funeral procession, of Napoleon Buonaparte, on the 9th of May, 1821 -- The tomb of Buonaparte, as completed in June, 1821 -- View from the first range of hills below Sandy Bay Ridge -- A view taken from the road near major garrisons, leading towards Plantation House -- A view of Plantation House, the residence of His Excellency the Governor, taken from the opening near Rock Cottage.
Subject Terms:
Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Death and burial. | Napoleon I, Emperor of the French, 1769-1821 -- Homes and haunts -- Saint Helena. | Saint Helena -- Description and travel. | Saint Helena -- Pictorial works. | France -- Kings and rulers -- Homes and haunts -- Saint Helena.
Form/Genre:
Aquatints. | Hand coloring.
Contributors:
R. Havell & Son, engraver. | P. & D. Colnaghi & Co., publisher. | Rodwell and Martin (Firm), publisher.