"THE CRIES OF HAMBURGH"
German, circa 1845
Original paper covered wooden box with sliding lid, on the cover the title in German, French and English and an illustration of the city of Hamburg, with cariages and people strolling. Comprises of 78 (of 80) hand coloured engraved cards depicting as many professions, street vendors of glasses, eggs, baskets, toys, carpets, umbrella's, clocks, geese etc. With accompanying text cards (also missing #16 and #33).
19 x 13 x 4 cm