(11) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Dictionaries & Reference

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(lot of 11) French library shelf books, dictionaries and reference subjects, all with gilt-embossed leather binding, raised spine bands, most with marbleized covers and end pages, including: (6) "Encyclopedie Universelle Dictionnaire des Dictionnaires (Universal Encyclopedia Dictionary of Dictionaries)," under the direction of Paul Guerin, published by Libraries-Impremeries Reunies, Paris, 1892, volumes I-VI; (3) "Les Merveilles de la Science (The Wonders of Science)," by Louis Figuier, published by Librarie Furne, Paris, 1867-1870, (two) volume III, (one) volume I; (2) "Magasin D'Education et de Recreation (Education and Recreation Store)," published by Bibliotheque D'Education et e Recreation, Paris, 1881 and 1883; largest: approx 12.5"h, 10"w, 2.5"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.*