M. Champollion-Figeac - Égypte ancienne - 1839

Fascinating illustrated edition with 92 plates and a folded map of Egypt. This reference work on ancient Egypt is a historical and ethnographic masterpiece by Jacques-Joseph Champollion-Figeac.

This volume, published by the prestigious Firmin Didot house, illustrates the growing 19th-century interest in the Orient and ancient civilizations, particularly Egypt, whose study had been relaunched by the works of Jean-François Champollion.

This book takes you on a journey to Egypt with its exciting and informative narratives about the history of Egypt. You will learn how the various dynasties ruled Egypt, what the principles and methods of ancient Egypt are, and what the most important discoveries and theories have been that have shaped this science.

M. Champollion-Figeac - Ancient Egypt - 1839 - Firmin Didot Frères -
500 Pages.

Good binding condition, the work in its beige half-leather binding by the publisher, typical wear, headcaps worn, one corner softened, edges pigmented, smooth spine with ornament, gilded lettering on leather label, front board with a title framed by a border –

Good interior condition, some foxing, paper yellowed sometimes even browned, text in two columns, enriched edition with 92 plates and a folded map of Egypt –

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