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(30) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, 'Revue Des Deux Mondes,' 1881-1885

Price realized
$523
Pre-sale estimate
$200 – $400
Hammer price
$425
Category
Books, Manuscripts & Archives
Sold
June 5, 2026
Sale
DAY 1 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES

Lot description

(lot of 30) French library shelf books, "Revue des Deux Mondes (Review of the Two Worlds)," a periodical magazine published by Bureau de la Revue des Deux Mondes, Paris, all with gilt-embossed tan leather binding, marbleized covers, raised spine bands, printed by J. Claye, Cte E. de Germiny bookplate with heraldic coat of arms at front end paper, comprising (five) complete six-volume sets spanning the years 1881, 1882, 1883, 1884, and 1885, largest: approx 9.75"h, 6.5"w, 2"d, 99lbs total Note: a large collection totaling ninety-six volumes of "Revue des Deux Mondes" offered as three separate lots in this auction 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.