[Turkey. Guer] Moeurs et Usages des Turcs,

leur religion, leur gouvernement civil, militaire et politique, avec un abregé de l'histoire Ottomane; Par M. Guer, Avocat. Paris, Merigot & Piget, 1747, 2 vols., (4),XXIV,(19); (4),VIII,537,(2) p., with large folding, engraved profile of Constantinople, 1 other large folding engraved bird's eye view profile of the city, 5 (large) folding plates and 23 engraved plates, contemporary uniform marbled and polished calf, gilt back with morocco letterpiece, 4to.

The large profile with a few small tears (e.g. on folds), but in good condition. Both vols. occ. sl. (water)stained and with some wear to joints (partly torn in but tight on cords), spine ends and outer corners of boards. Atabey 534; Blackmer 762. Of particular importance for its fine illustrations.