(12) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, 6 Larousse Dictionaries

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(lot of 12) French library shelf books, dictionaries, atlases, history and literature subjects, all with gilt-embossed leather binding, tooled covers, highlights include: (6) "Encyclopedie Larousse du XXe Siecle (Larousse Encyclopedia of the Twentieth Century)," published under direction of Paul Auge, edited and printed by Librarie Larousse, volumes I-VI, 1928-1933; (2) "Atlas Pittoresque de la France (Picturesque Atlas of France)," published by Attinger Freres, Paris, volumes I-II, 1909; (1) "Histoire de la Literature Francaise Illustree (Illustrated History of French Literature)," published by Librarie Larousse, Paris, volume II, copyright 1924; largest: approx 28.75"h, 10"w, 2.25"d, 105lbs 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.