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Nicaraguan Antiquities by Carl Bovallius, c.1970

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**RARE** Nicaraguan Antiquities by Carl Bovallius From the Swedish Society of Anthropology and Geography, originally published in 1886, republished by the San Jose Publishing and Lithography Workshops, in 1970. This rare book is filled with illustrations in black and white, and color. A signed business card with greeting is attached. The book measures 9 1/2" x 12 1/2". The dust jacket is tattered, but intact. The book is in very good condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 9.5 in (24.13 cm)Depth: 0.5 in (1.27 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Nicaragua
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1970
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. The dust jacket shows some distress. Please see images.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5199223363282
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