Sold at Austin Auction Gallery

(13) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Works Of Victor Hugo

Price realized
$308
Pre-sale estimate
$150 – $250
Hammer price
$250
Category
Books, Manuscripts & Archives
Sold
June 5, 2026
Sale
DAY 1 - JUNE 2026 | A CELEBRATION OF EUROPE'S FINEST ESTATES

Lot description

(lot of 13) French library shelf books, "Ourvres Completes de Victor Hugo (Complete Works of Victor Hugo)," all with gilt-embossed leather binding, marbleized end pages, published by Societe d'Editions Literaires et Artistiques, Paris, various volumes and publishing dates, largest: approx 11"h, 7.75"w, 2"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.

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.