Strasbourg - Cent Quarante Gravures et Dessins Anciens

First Edition, First Printing. Deluxe Edition. Inscribed by the editor, Willy Fischer, extremely rare thus. Fine in original gilt-blocked deep navy buckram leather. Gilt title and coat of arms of Strasbourg in the center of the upper cover, Introduction followed by 143 beautiful facsimile reproductions of engravings coming mostly from the Cabinet des Estampes de Strasbourg. Includes numerous full page illustrations, maps, and some wonderful fold outs. Cover paper at the top of the volume 'Map of the city of Strasbourg and the citadel with the surroundings'. I. The Imperial Free City and the Royal Free City N°1 to 46 / II. The end of the 18th century and the romantic city N° 47 to 57 / III. Squares, streets and waterways Nos. 58 to 121. IV. History N° 122 to 143. In mint condition. Large Folio. 30 x 40. An amazing copy.