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Book transformed into a box containing a small painted wooden chess board. Portable geographical dictionary, printed in Paris by the associated booksellers in year II of the French Republic, i.e. 1793-1794. Calfskin binding. Blunt corners.
Late 18th century, transformed into a box later.
Dimensions: In-8 format. H 5.5 x L 20.5 x W 13 cm
The portable geographical dictionary
A work published from the 18th century, this book offers a detailed description of the kingdoms, provinces, cities, ... and other notable places in the four parts of the world.
They were intended to provide accessible and compact geographical information for a wide audience.
Ref: F02VVFW4S6