This fascinating color illustration groups 78 of the old world's tallest structures ranging from the Porcelain Tower in Nankin, China to the second pyramid at Gheezeh. The highest structure included is the Washington Monument at 555 feet. Red tint indicates brick, pink indicates granite, purple indicates bronze, etc. Outer dimensions: 10.75" x 14.5". Light wear and soiling. Small chips from lower left corner. Provides a vivid contrast to today's much taller structures.