Lot 23
  • 23

Montesquieu, Charles de Secondat, baron de

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 EUR
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Description

  • Montesquieu, Charles de Secondat, baron de
  • Le Temple de Gnide. -- Céphise et l'Amour. -- Arsace et Isménie.Paris, Didot le Jeune, 1794.
édition illustrée sur grand papier. In-8 (247 x 160 mm).

illustration : frontispice, 8 figures d'après Eisen (de l'édition de 1772) et 2 figures d'après Le Barbier, gravés par Le Mire ou Thomas (pour Arsace et Ismenie).

reliure de l'époque. Maroquin rouge à long grain, décor de type lozange-rectangle dessiné de 5 filets dorés, certains lobés, s'entrecoisant dans leur milieu, dos lisse orné, tranches dorées.
Dos très légèrement passé, petits frottements aux coiffes et aux angles.

Provenance

Florin de Duikingberg (ex-libris).

Literature

Cohen, 728.

Condition

Dos très légèrement passé, petits frottements aux coiffes et aux angles.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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