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Lot 89

LOT 89

The World In Miniature - Hindoostan: Volumes I - Vi Edited By Frederic Shoberl

World Of Collectibles Auction9 Oct - 10 Oct, 2025

Description:

Printed For:R. Ackermann, London

Year:Not Mentioned But Engravings Are Dated 1822

Plates:103 Engravings

Size:5.6 X 3.6 X 1.6 In (14.2 X 9 X 4 Cm)

Total No. Of Pages:1389

Estimate

₹ 2,50,000 - ₹ 3,00,000

Sold for

₹ 2,84,625

Inclusive of margin

A Set Of Three Books Comprising Two Volumes Each. It Contains A Description Of The Religion, Manners, Customs, Trades, Arts, Sciences, Literature And Diversions Of The Hindoos, Illustrated With 100 Delicately Coloured Engravings. These Six Volumes Pertaining To India Are Included In The Forty Two Volume Series And Are Published Monthly In ‘The World In Miniature’ Which Was Intended To Increase The Knowledge.&Nbsp;

The Book Is Well-Used And Shows Age-Related Wear

Provenance: Property From A Collection Based In New Delhi This Lot Is Over One Hundred Years Old Or National Art Treasure, Cannot Be Exported Out Of India As Per Antiques And Art Treasures Act, 1972 (Payment Only In Indian Rupees)

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