Rowlandson - The Dance of Life, A Poem.

The Dance of Life, A Poem. By the Author of "Doctor Syntax" [William Combe]; Illustrated with coloured engravings by Thomas Rowlandson. First edition, 8vo, 23.5cm, pp.[vi], 285, plates, Published Dec 1st 1817, at R. Ackermann's Repository of Arts, Strand.

Aquatint frontispiece, title-page and 24 other inserted colour plates. Bound in contemporary quarter calf with tips, original spine laid down, red morocco label, titled in gilt. A very good copy of a scarce title.

Collates perfect and complete. A stunning book published originally in eight monthly numbers, and on completion issued in boards. (Tooley 410; Abbey Life 264)