Punch Magazine full of wood engravings 1859 U.K. fine leather periodical
(Old Books, 19th Century Books, Leather Books, Punch Magazine, Punch & Judy, Periodicals, Bound Volumes, Illustrated Magazines, Vintage Advertising).Punch - Volume 26 & 27.Published 1854, London by Bradbury, Agnew & Co.270, 266 pages. Text in English. Profusely illustrated throughout with a profusion of small and large wood engravings, many full page plates (blank on verso). One of the most iconic and visual perspectives on British society and it's inherent view points about almost everything during this era.Attractive antiquarian 1/2 leather binding, raised bands, gilt title lettering & compartment decorations, marbled covers.Book is physically old and shows some signs of handling and time. With a profusion of wood engraved images throughout, many full page cartoon style. Assumed complete, appears complete, but not collated and priced/ offered as-is. Great book.Binding gently age worn but still appealing, leather and joints slightly rubbed but still supple, remains ov