(34) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Ladies' Periodicals

Lot description

(lot of 34) French library shelf books, fashion and culture periodicals and journalism subjects, all with gilt-embossed leather binding, raised spine bands, marbleized end pages, including: (21) "Le Journal de La Jeunesse: Nouveau Recueil Hebdomadaire Illustre (The Youth Journal: New Illustrious Weekly Collection)," all with red binding, published by Librarie Hachette and Company, Paris, comprising dates ranging from 1876-1905; (11) "Journal des Demoiselles (The Young Ladies Journal)," all with dark green binding, published by Au Bureau du Journal, Paris, comprising dates ranging from 1874-1905; (2) "Proces de Marechal Bazaine (Trial of Marshal Bazaine)," volumes I-II, published by Garnier Freres, Paris, 1874; largest: approx 11.25"h, 8.5"w, 1.5"d; 96lbs total PLEASE NOTE: All of the antique library shelf books in this auction are inherently fragile. Most are likely to have patination, foxing, losses to the text block, and wear to the binding commensurate with age and use. Please assume that they are not in perfect condition and bid accordingly. Per our terms, there will be no condition reports or refunds based on condition.