(56) French Small-Format Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books

Lot description

(lot of 56) French small-format library shelf books, various literature, religious and history subjects, ranging in size from octavo to macrominiature format, all with gilt-embossed leather binding, many with marbleized covers and raised spine bands, highlights include: (6) "Paroissien Romain (Roman Parish Books)," various publishers, (five) with gilt page ends; (4) "Voyage du Jeune Anacharsis en Grece (Journey of the Young Anacharsis in Greece)," by Abbe Barthelemy, published by Grimprelle, Paris, 1830, volumes I-VIII; (3) "Oeuvres Completes de Vauvenargues (Complete Works of Vauvenargues)," published by J.L.J. Briere, 1823, volumes I-III; largest: approx 8"h, 5.25"w, 0.5"d, smallest: approx 4"h, 2.75"w, 0.75"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.