[ALLOM, Thomas (1804-1872)] PELLÉ Clément The Chinese Empire illustrated from drawings taken on the spot with descriptions of the Chinese manners, customs, architecture, industry and people from the earliest times to the present day. London and Paris, [ca. 1845], Fisher, Son & Co. Illustrated with 126 plates including titles. 4 vol. in-4 (29 x 24 cm) bound in 1. half leather, spine ribbed and boxed, gilt titles. Wear, foxing and scratches. Richly illustrated edition. Thomas Allom (1804-1872) was a renowned architect who designed important buildings in London, such as the churches in Notting Hill and Highbury. One of the founders of the Royal Institute of British Architects, he is now recognized as an illustrator of travel books on China and Turkey.