A Descriptive and Historical Catalogue of the Collection of Pictures at Woburn Abbey (1877)

""A Descriptive and Historical Catalogue of the Collection of Pictures at Woburn Abbey"" is a book written by George Scharf and published in 1877. The book provides a comprehensive catalog of the art collection at Woburn Abbey, a country house in Bedfordshire, England. The collection includes paintings by famous artists such as Rubens, Van Dyck, and Reynolds, as well as works by lesser-known artists. The catalog not only lists the paintings but also provides detailed descriptions of each work, including the artist, the subject matter, and any historical or cultural significance. Additionally, the book includes a brief history of the collection and the Abbey itself, as well as information on the owners and their contributions to the collection. This book is a valuable resource for art historians, collectors, and enthusiasts interested in the history and significance of the art collection at Woburn Abbey.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.