(43) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Universal Biography

Lot description

(lot of 43) French library shelf books, "Biographie Universelle: Ancienne et Moderne (Universal Biography: Old and New)," all with gilt-embossed brown leather binding, marbleized covers and raised spine bands, published by Michaud Freres, Paris, 1811-1828; volumes 2-52, lacking volumes 18, 21-25, 28, and 29, largest: approx 8"h, 5.25"w, 1.5"d, 67lbs 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.