Unidentified Owner copy / commonplace book, 1650
Scope and Contents
Appears to be a dictionary of Spanish-Guarani language (of the Paraguayan Guarani). May be related to Jesuit missionaries of the 17th century who worked to convert the Indigenous population of Paraguay into Christians. Gold bookbinder's stamp on inner front cover.
Dates
- Creation: 1650
Language of Materials
Spanish, Guarani
Extent
1 volumes ; 32.5 x 22 cm
Immediate Source of Acquisition
Gift of Louise B. Lillingham (BMC 1916)
Physical Description
Vocabulario da Lingua Guarany. Hand bound. Blank book. Hard-cover leather binding. Front and back covers decorated with ornate, tooled embellishments. Spine labeled in printed gold lettering.
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