SHORBEL (Frederic). The World in miniature. China. London, Ackermann, s.d. [1823]. 2 volumes in-16, fawn calf, gilt fillets and cold frieze with fleurons at the corners, smooth ornate spine, inner lace, gilt edges (Period binding). First edition, decorated with 30 beautiful coloured out-of-text figures of Chinese costumes. From the library of Robert Oliver (Newcastle upon Tyne, 1828), with bookplate. Binding restored, spine rebacked, slight transfer of engravings.