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263 - Africa – SMITH (William). A New Voyage to Guinea, containing…
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Estimate €400 - €500
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Africa – SMITH (William). A New Voyage to Guinea, containing an accurate description of the customs, manners, terrain, climate, clothing, buildings, education, manual arts, agriculture, trade, occupations, languages, ranks of distinction, dwellings, entertainments, marriages, and generally everything of note amongst the inhabitants, etc. Paris, Durand, Pissot, 1751. 2 volumes in one in-12 volume, speckled fawn calfskin, ornate ribbed spine, red morocco title label, gilt fillets framing the covers, marbled edges (contemporary binding). First edition of the French translation, illustrated with 5 engraved plates on natural history. His travel account is a very clear and detailed account of the slave trade, the economy and the customs of the regions he explored. A fine copy.
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About the sale MONTIGNAC – 31st BOOK SALE – Day 1 of 4 – Nos. 1 to 549
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Auction time 08/19/2026 at 11:00 AM
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