Salivate over the plates and illustrations in this oversized information-packed gem. Reade was an official of the Victoria and Albert Museum and a fan of all things Regency. Furniture, porcelain, plate, textiles, silver, glass, waxes, lamps, candlesticks, parlour games, grates, door knockers, door stops, and jewelry are included. Dj with a few tears and chip, but mostly intact and not faded but price clipped. Dark green cloth cover VG. Condition is excellent, good sturdy clean book.1st edition. 270 pgs. Batsford, London 1953. USED. $20.00