Sold at Austin Auction Gallery
(22) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, History & Law
- Price realized
- $508
- Pre-sale estimate
- $150 – $350
- Hammer price
- $400
- Category
- Books, Manuscripts & Archives
- Sold
- May 16, 2025
- Sale
- DAY 2- MAGNIFICENT MAY ANTIQUES & ESTATES AUCTION
Lot description
(lot of 22) French library shelf books, various subjects, all with gilt-embossed leather binding, marbelized covers, and raised spine bands, including: (6) "Repertoire Practique de Legislation de Doctrine et de Jurisprudence (Practical Directory of Legislation, Doctrine, and Jurisprudence)," volumes II Supplement, III, V-IX, published by Dalloz, Paris, 1912-1929, largest: approx 11"h, 8.75"w, 2.25"d; (16) "Historie de France (History of France)," by Henri Martin, published by Furne, printed by Jules Clay, volumes 2-16 and Table Analytique, 1845-1858, largest: approx 9.25"h, 6.25"w, 1.75"d; 75lbs 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.
This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.
