Bonnetain’s L'Extrême Orient - 1887 Condition: Copperplate engraving with hand

Condition: Copperplate engraving with hand coloring

The spines show characterful scuffing and "rubbing" to the leather

Chao Phraya Background: In the background

" acknowledging the indigenous roots of the site that predated the Dutch settlement

allowing for the immediate comparison of the world's most formidable natural wonders on a single horizontal plane

Bonnetain’s L'Extrême Orient - 1887 Condition: Copperplate engraving with handA Stunning Illustrated Survey of Southeast Asia in Original Deluxe Binding A French Colonial Perspective on the Far East Available now is a magnificent first edition of Paul Bonnetains L'Extrme Orient, part of the celebrated "Le Monde Pittoresque et Monumental" series. This work is a seminal 19th century account of French interests and observations in Asia. Highlights of this Volume: Rich Illustrations: Lavishly illustrated with numerous "drawings