(35) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Religion & Law

Lot description

(lot of 35) French library shelf books, various religion, literature, law, and drama subjects, all with gilt-embossed dark leather binding, many with marbleized covers and raised spine bands, highlights include: (6) Sainte Bible: Contenant L'Ancien et le Nouveau Testament (Saint Bible: Containing the Old and the New Testament)," published by Besancon and Lille, Paris, 1856, volumes I-VI; (4) "Traite Theorique et Pratique des Justices de Paix (Theoretical and Practical Treatise on Justices of the Peace)," published by Recueil Sirey, Paris, 1913, volumes I-IV; (3) "Histoire des Girondins (History of the Girondins)," by Alphonse de Lamartine, published by Armand le Chevalier, Paris, 1865-1866, volumes I-III; largest: approx 13"h, 10"w, 1.75"d, 86.5lbs 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.