The Clans of the Scottish Highlands, Illustrated by Appropriate Figures, displaying their Dress, Tartans, Arms, Armorial Insignia, and Social Occupations,; from Original Sketches by R. R. McIan

London: Ackermann and Co, 1845. First. hardcover. very good(-). McIan, Robert Ronald. With Accompanying Description and Historical Memoranda of Character, Mode of Life, &c. by James Logan. Illustrated with 72 full-page hand colored lithographs, plus 2 chromolithograph half titles featuring the various clan shields. 2 volumes. Tall thick 4tos, original red calf-backed boards with ornate gilt-stamped designs (scuffed and lightly shelfworn). London: Ackermann and Co., 1845-1847. First edition.

A very good(-) copy of this scarce book. The binding was glued rather than sewn, so the individual signatures have sprung, but all plates and text (truncated) are present. Light foxing throughout, but plates are still bright and attractive. (Inventory #: 211589)