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97 - [TRAVELS]. LE VAILLANT (F.). MR LE VAILLANT’S JOURNEY into t…
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[TRAVELS]. LE VAILLANT (F.). MR LE VAILLANT’S JOURNEY into the interior of Africa, via the Cape of Good Hope. P., Leroy, 1790. Two volumes in-8, in fawn-coloured grained sheepskin, with triple gilt fillet framing on the covers, decorated ribbed spine, title and volume number labels, marbled edges (contemporary binding). A tear to the upper cap of volume 2 with a very slight loss of leather; scuff marks; full restoration to the lower cover and spine of volume 1. FIRST EDITION. 12 copperplate engravings, including 2 fold-out plates. COMPLETE with the engraving of the Hottentot woman in an apron, which is sometimes missing. ¶ Chadenat, 1660 – Gay, 3118.
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About the sale ANTIQUE AND MODERN BOOKS
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Auction time 11/18/2026 at 2:15 PM
Ref. : 3121 - 496
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