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(6) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Encylopedias & Science

Price realized
$122
Pre-sale estimate
$150 – $350
Hammer price
$100
Category
Books, Manuscripts & Archives
Sold
May 16, 2025
Sale
DAY 2- MAGNIFICENT MAY ANTIQUES & ESTATES AUCTION

Lot description

(lot of 6) French library shelf books, various subjects, all with gilt-embossed leather binding, and raised spine banding, including: (5) "Nouveau Laroussee Illustre: Dictionnaire Universel Encyclopedique (New Larousse Illustrated Universal Encyclopedia Dictionary)," published by Librairie Larousse under the direction of Claude Auge, volumes I-V, 1898, largest: approx 12.75"h, 10"w, 2.75"d; (1) "La Science Populaire: Journal Hebdomadaire Illustre (Popular Science: Illustrated Weekly Newspaper)," published by Tolmer et Cie, compilation of volumes published between 1880-August 1881, marbleized cover, approx 13"h, 9.5"w, 3"d, 53lbs 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.