(34) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Religion, Law & Reference

Lot description

(lot of 34) French library shelf books, various law, dictionaries, and religious subjects, all with gilt-embossed tan leather binding, marbleized cover, some with raised spine bands, highlights include: (16) "Oeuvres Completes de Bourdaloue (Complete Works of Bourdaloue)," published by Gauthier Freres and Company, Paris, 1834, volumes I-XVI; (11) "Recueil des Lois et Ordonnances (Collection of Laws and Ordinances)," published by Bureau de l'Administration du Journal des Notaires et des Avocats, 1832-1845, volumes II-VIII, X, XII, XIV, XV; (2) "Dictionnaire Universel d'Histoire et de Geographie (Universal Dictionary of History and Geography)," published by Librarie de L. Hachette, 1845, volumes I-II; largest: approx 11.75"h, 8.25"w, 1.75"d, 48lbs 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.