HUGO. L'HOMME QUI RIT, 1869, PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR TO ALEXANDRE PIEDAGNEL (4 VOL.)

4 volumes, 8vo (238 x 150mm.), FIRST EDITION, PRESENTATION COPY INSCRIBED BY THE AUTHOR ("A M. Alex Piedagnel / Victor Hugo") on section title to the first part, half-titles, original printed wrappers, uncut, collector's red buckram box, box somewhat worn, lid detached

Jean A. Bonna, booklabel in box

Carteret I, 423

Condition is described in the main body of the cataloguing, when 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.
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Alexandre Piédagnel (1831-1903) was a writer and journalist from Cherbourg.