(14) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, History, Theater, & Satire

Lot description

(lot of 14) French library shelf books, satire, theatre, and history, in gilt-embossed leather binding, many with gilt page ends, raised spine bands, marbleized covers, including: (6) "Rabelais Oeuvres, (Works of Rabelais)," illustrated by Gustave Dore, published by Chez Michel De L'ormeraie, Paris, volumes I-VI; (3) "L'Illustration Theatre (The Artwork of the Theatre)," published by Goupil and Cie, Paris, 1903 and 1913; (1) "Histoire D'Angleterre (History of England)," published by Hippolyte Boisgard, Editeur, Paris, 1854; largest: approx 14 1/8"h, 11.25"w, 1 5/8"d, 77.5lbs 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.