(56) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Novels & Literature

Lot description

(lot of 56) French library shelf books, various novels and literature, all with gilt-embossed dark leather binding, many with marbleized covers, raised spine bands, highlights include: (20) by Charles Dickens, published by Libraire Hachette, Paris, 1881-1911; (4) "Roland Furieux (Orlando Furioso)," by Ludovico Ariosto, published by De Pelafol, Libraire, Paris, 1818, volumes I-IV; (1) "Jerome Paturot A La Recharche d'Une Position Sociale (Jerome Paturot in Search of a Social Position)," published by Paulin, Libraire-Editeur, Paris, 1844; largest: approx 9 3/8"h, 6"w, 1.25"d, 53lbs 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.