Title: Researches, Concerning the Institutions and Monuments of the Ancient Inhabitants of America, with Descriptions & Views of Some of the Most Striking Scenes in the Cordilleras! Author: Humboldt, Alexander de Place: London Publisher: Longman, Hurst, Rees, et al Date: 1814 Description: 2 volumes. iv, 411; [ii], 324 pp. Engraved vignette title pages; 20 engraved plates on 19 sheets, including 5 with original hand-coloring. Translated by Helen Maria Williams. (8vo) modern three-quarter tan calf and marbled boards, custom slipcase. First English Edition. Translation of the text of Vues des Peuples Indigenes. Describes the geography and the ruins observed in Mexico and Peru, and is one of the earliest archaeological works on the Aztec and Inca civilizations. Sabin 33751 Lot Amendments Condition: Spines sunned, light wear; foxing; very good. Item number: 264941
Title: Researches, Concerning the Institutions and Monuments of the Ancient Inhabitants of America, with Descriptions & Views of Some of the Most Striking Scenes in the Cordilleras! Author: Humboldt, Alexander de Place: London Publisher: Longman, Hurst, Rees, et al Date: 1814 Description: 2 volumes. iv, 411; [ii], 324 pp. Engraved vignette title pages; 20 engraved plates on 19 sheets, including 5 with original hand-coloring. Translated by Helen Maria Williams. (8vo) modern three-quarter tan calf and marbled boards, custom slipcase. First English Edition. Translation of the text of Vues des Peuples Indigenes. Describes the geography and the ruins observed in Mexico and Peru, and is one of the earliest archaeological works on the Aztec and Inca civilizations. Sabin 33751 Lot Amendments Condition: Spines sunned, light wear; foxing; very good. Item number: 264941
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