(32) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Literature & Drama

Lot description

(lot of 32) French library shelf books, various literature, history, periodicals and drama subjects, all with gilt-embossed tan leather binding, many with marbleized covers and raised spine bands, highlights include: (3) "Chefs-D'Oeuvre des Theatres Etrangers (Masterpieces of Foreign Theatres)," published by Ladvocat, Paris, 1822, volumes VI, IX, and XIII; (1) "Le Grand Musee du Monde Illustre en Couleur Le Prado de Madrid (The Great Museum of the World Illustrated in Color The Prado in Madrid)," published by Pierre Lafitte, Paris, copyright 1914; (1) "Le Proges Civique: Journal de Critique Politique et de Perfectionnement Social (Civic Progress: Journal of Political Criticism and Social Improvement)," 1919-1920; largest: approx 11.5"h, 8.5"w, 2"d, 73lbs 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.