Tunquin (Vietnam) Dignitaries. Tavernier was a 17th-century French gem merchant and traveller. Tavernier's writings show that he was a keen observer, as well as a remarkable cultural anthropologist. His Six Voyages became a best seller and was translated into German, Dutch, Italian, and English during his lifetime. The work is frequently quoted by modern scholars writing about the period.
Additional information
Dimensions | 285 × 180 mm |
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Cartographer | |
Date | 1678 |
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Publication | London, 1678. 180 x 285mm. |
Condition | A good example. |
References | – |