Narrative of the Operations and Recent Discoveries within the Pyramids, Temples, Tombs, and Excavations, in Egypt and Nubia; and of a Journey to the Coast of the Red Sea, in Search of the Ancient Berenice; and Another to the Oasis of Jupiter Ammon, with Plates illustrative of the researches and operations of G. Belzoni in Egypt and Nubia.
Item #M1874a
Very rare and beautiful complete set of 2 volumes in full leather binding. John Murray, London, 1820-1821. Text volume (1821): 2nd edition, in-8, frontispiece, xix & 483 pages, 1 fronstispiece plate (portrait). Full calf binding, rebacked, inside in fine condition, with some occasional light foxing. Ex-libris. Plates volume (1820): Folio, 44 plates on 34 leaves. Modern full leather binding, as new. The plates are in excellent condition, with only a few (repaired) small tears on the sides not affecting the drawings. Last plate has a stain on top corner not affecting the drawing. Light foxing on a few plates. A splendid set. Language: English. This set ships from Europe, shipping costs will be updated accordingly (BPF). Relevant subjects: Egypt: Travelers & Egyptologists, Nubia & Africa.
Language: English.
Price: € 9,500.00 other currencies
SHIPPED FROM EUROPE
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