Description

SPON, Jacob. Histoire de la Ville et de l’Estat de Genève… Utrecht: François Halma, 1685. Third edition, revised and corrected. 165 × 100 mm, contemporary vellum with manuscript spine title and date. Engraved frontispiece, and six engraved plates (three folding). Minor tears, one in the large panoramic view, otherwise excellent condition for its age. Detailed history of Geneva with annotated city views and a section on ancient inscriptions. Spon, a noted French physician and antiquarian, reflects his archaeological interests throughout. A well-preserved copy of an important illustrated history. Inv: G259