The 1872 Picturesque America 2 Vol Set is a rare and valuable collectible featuring steel engravings and ephemera from the 1870s. This first edition set, bound in leather and Morocco board, showcases the work of author William Cullen Bryant and publisher D. Appleton & Company. With a focus on North American art and photography, this set provides a unique glimpse into the United States during that time period, making it a sought-after piece for collectors and enthusiasts of antique books and magazines.