(44) French Leather-Bound Library Shelf Books, Theater & Theology

Lot description

(lot of 44) French library shelf books, various theater, drama, and theological subjects, all with gilt-embossed tan leather binding, most with marbleized cover and many with raised spine bands, highlights include: (10) "Le Theatre des Grecs (The Theater of the Greeks)," by Pierre Brumoy, published by Madame Ve. Cussac, volumes VI-XIII and XIV-XVI, 1821-1825; (8) "Proverbes Dramatiques (Dramatic Proverbs)," by M. Theodore Leclercq, published by Le Normant, volumes I-IV and VI-IX, 1823-1833; (7) "Oeuvres Completes de Bossuet (Complete Works of Bossuet)," published by Besancon, various volumes, 1836; largest: approx 11.5"h, 8"w, 2"d, 74lbs 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.