(41) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Voltaire, H.G. Wells & Gospel Tomes

Lot description

(lot of 41) French library shelf books, various drama, novels, and religious subjects, all with gilt-embossed tan leather binding, marbleized cover, most with raised spine bands, including: (25) "Oeuvres Completes de Voltaire (Complete Works of Voltaire)," published by Th. Desoer, Paris, 1817-1819, volumes I-XXII, XXIV, and XXV; (8) "L'Evangile Medite et Distribue (The Gospel: Meditate and Distribute)," published by Le Clere, Paris, 1801, volumes I-VIII; (8) by H.G. Wells, published by Mercvre de France, Paris; largest: approx 8.25"h, 5.5"w, 1.5"d, 27lbs 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.