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an old map of the island of saint martin in the middle of the 18th centurya brown book sitting on top of a table next to a white wallan old book with a black and white title on it
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375 - CHANVALLON (Jean-Baptiste-Thibauld de). A Journey to Martini…
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Estimate €400 - €500
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CHANVALLON (Jean-Baptiste-Thibauld de). A Journey to Martinique, containing various observations on the physics, natural history, agriculture, customs and practices of that island, made in 1751 and in subsequent years. Paris, Cl. J. B. Bauche, 1763. Quarto, comprising (4) folios, viij–192 pp.–(40) folios (46 supplementary pages following page 135); fawn half-calf, decorated ribbed spine, red edges (imitation binding). First edition, illustrated with a folding engraved map of Martinique. Appointed a member of the High Council of Martinique in 1751, Thibauld de Chanvallon was tasked with compiling statistics on the island, a project on which he worked for five years. The account of his journey is followed by numerous observations on the weather, the topography and the customs of the inhabitants. His work also contains fascinating information on the Carib Indians, gathered from those who were still living in Martinique. A good copy. A minor defect on pages 63–64 with the loss of a few letters.
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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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