Bidspirit auction | 1748 TRAVELS TO AFRICA ANTIQUE

1748 TRAVELS TO AFRICA ANTIQUE HISTOIRE GENERALE DES VOYAGES ILLUSTRATED VOL. 6 - Histoire generale des voyages... Nouvelle ed. by A.E. Prevost A la Haye (The Hague): Pieter de Hondt ; 1748 Tome VI Illustrated with engraved plates and folding maps Dedicated to voyages to Africa Size 8.5 by 10 inches Original leather, spine with raised bands, decorated in gilt, with gilt title label, marbled endpapers Very good condition Text in French Abbe Antoine Francois Prevost d'Exiles, known as A.E. Prevost, was a French author and novelist who is best known for his extensive Histoire generale des voyages, a collection of voyages and explorations that was published starting in 1746 and completed after his death. A remarkable collectible, offering historical significance and aesthetic appeal. Ideal for the discerning collector or as a unique display piece. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions will ship all lots domestically for $25.00 per lot. Combined and international shipping are available. The rates will be provided upon request.