The ceremonies and religious customs of the various nations of the known world : together with historical annotations, and several curious discourses equally instructive and entertaining. ... Containing the Ceremonies of the Jews, and the Roman Catholicks. Written originally in French, and illustrated with a large Number of Folio Copper Plates, all beautifully Designed by Mr. Bernard Picart, And curiously Engraved by most of the Best Hands in Europe. Faithfully translated into English, by a gentleman, some Time since of St. John's College in Oxford. 6 Volumes, complete. First edition.
London: Printed by William Jackson, for Claude du Bosc, Engraver at the Golden Head in Charles-Street, Covent Garden, 1733-1737. Folio. 6 volumes. 27 x 44.5cm. New full black goatskin covers by the artisan binder, Sasha Mosalov with original spines partially preserved. ... Some browning and waterstains...v.1. Ceremonies of the Jews..... More