Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde. Oceanie.

1843 1ed World Customs OCEANIA Tonga Malaysia Zealand Pacific Island Ethnography Auguste Wahlen's "Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du mond" is considered one of the most important 19th-century histories of the customs of the world's people groups. This survey of the world was published in various, detailed volumes each focusing on one corner of the world. This volume focuses primarily on Oceania. While the articles and descriptions of the peoples are important, the most desirable aspect of this work is the exquisite, full-page color engravings throughout. Notable views include: • Tonga warriors • Indigenous people in New Zealand • Noukahiwa, man covered in tattoos • Girls from Pitcairn Islands • Solor Islanders • Malaysian costumes Item number: #21584 Price: $599 WAHLEN, Auguste Moeurs, usages et costumes de tous les peuples du monde. Oceanie. Bruxelles: Libraire Historique-Artistique, 1843. Details: • Collation: Complete with all pages o [4], 368 o 36 color engravings, plus vignette title page • Language: French • Binding: Leather; tight and secure • Size: ~10.25in X 7in (26cm x 17.5cm) Our Guarantee: Very Fast. Very Safe. Free Shipping Worldwide. Customer satisfaction is our priority! Notify us with 7 days of receiving, and we will offer a full refund without reservation! 21584 Photos available upon request.