(46) Antique French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books

Lot description

(lot of 46) French library shelf books, various medical science, economic, chemistry, and literature subjects, each with gilt-embossed tan leather binding, marbleized cover, most with raised spine bands, highlights include: (16) "Bibliotheque Physico-Economique, Instructive et Amusante (Library of Physical-Economics, Instruction and Fun)," published by F. Buisson, Paris, dates ranging from 1788-1809, (4) "Dictionnaire de Chymie (Dictionary of Chemistry)," compiled by M. Macquer, published by P. Theophile Barrois, 1778, complete in four volumes, (4) "Journal General de Medecine de Chirurgie et de Pharmacie (General Journal of Medicine, Surgery and Pharmacy)," published by Croullebois, Theophile Barrois, and Les Principaux Libraries, dates range from 1800-1803, some with evidence of old bookworm and continued degradation, largest: approx 8"h, 5.5"w, 1.25"d, 37lbs 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.