3 volumes, including atlas, 4to (296 x 234mm.) and folio (420 x 265mm.), engraved portrait in volume 1, atlas with engraved title, 69 engraved maps, charts and plates (some folding, one double-page and hand-coloured in outline), contemporary half calf, somewhat spotted, text vol. lacking half-titles, bindings rather worn, rebacked retaining most of original spines, a few corners repaired

Coningham, Peterhouse, stamp; William Slaney Kenyon-Slaney, bookplate; José Navarro-Ferré, book label

Ferguson 287; Forbes 309; cf. Hill (2004) 975; cf. Lada-Mocarski 52

the condition of this lot is as described in the catalogue description
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

This is an exact reprint in French of the original edition which had been published by the French government in 1797. It contains more plates than any of the editions published in England up to this point.