Dubois, Urbain.

Cuisine artistique: études de l'école moderne. Paris: E. Dentu, 1872-1874, 2 volumes, 4to, first French edition, 105+28 plates, morocco-backed cloth, some light spotting; Ibid. La cuisine d'aujourd'hui: école des jeunes cuisiniers. Paris: E. Dentu, 1889, 8vo, illustrations, half morocco, binding slightly rubbed--[with Émile Bernard] La cuisine classique. Paris, E. Dentu, 1879, eighth edition, 2 volumes, 4to, engraved frontispiece and 77 plates, original red morocco-backed cloth, somewhat spotted, corners worn (5)

first two works: Hroar Dege (part of lots 264 and 265)

Vicaire 289-290

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, where appropriate
"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.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

Dubois worked for Prince Orlov in Russia before becoming chef de cuisine to Wilhelm I, Emperor of Germany. His works on French cookery soon became classics and were regularly republished.