Sold at Austin Auction Gallery

(53) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Literature

Price realized
$576
Pre-sale estimate
$150 – $350
Hammer price
$450
Category
Books, Manuscripts & Archives
Sold
January 16, 2026
Sale
DAY 1 - JANUARY 2026 NEW YEAR, NEW TREASURES AUCTION

Lot description

(lot of 53) French library shelf books, various literature, novels, and drama subjects, all with gilt-embossed leather binding, most with marbleized covers and raised spine bands, highlights include: (7) by Ernest Perochon, published by Librarie Plon, Paris, copyright 1922-1943; (7) by Jean Martet, published by Albin Michel, Paris, copyright 1929-1941; (6) by Maxence Van der Meersch, published by Albin Michel, Paris; largest: approx 8.5"h, 5.5"w, 1.25"d, 44lbs 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.*

This lot sold at a past Austin Auction Gallery sale. Prices realized include the buyer's premium and are provided for research only — they are not an appraisal or a guarantee of future value.