(76) Antique French Library Shelf Books: Universal Biography

Lot description

(lot of 76) French library shelf books, "Biographie Universelle Ancienne et Moderne (Universal Biography Ancient and Modern)," each with gilt-embossed tan leather binding, marbleized covers and end pages, published by Michaud Freres, Paris, 1811-1847, volumes 1-81, lacking volumes 47, 53, 55, 65, 73, largest: approx 8.2"h, 5.5"w, 1.5"d, 90lbs 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.