Jean Chardin, Voyages du Chevalier Chardin en Persen et autres lieux de l’Orient, printed in French, edition nouvelle by Le Normant [Paris, 1811]

Jean Chardin, Voyages du Chevalier Chardin en Persen et autres lieux de lOrient, printed in French, edition nouvelle by Le Normant [Paris, 1811]

11 volumes, including the Atlas volume, complete, comprising 10 volumes (in 8vo), with half-titles, bound in contemporary morocco-backed boards, excellent condition, and the Atlas volume (folio) with half-title, engraved portrait, large folding engraved map, 10 folding engraved plans and 71 engraved plates (on 63 sheets), final two plates a little darkened, else very clean and crisp condition, marbled paper doublures, later morocco-backed boards, good condition; a fine set

A beautifully illustrated work of travel literature by Chardin documenting voyages through Persia, including trips to Kashan, Isfahan and Qom.

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