Poncelet (father Polycarpe) - The Chemistry Of Taste And Smell. Published By Le Mercier, 1755, 7 Plates
PONCELET (Father Polycarpe) - The Chemistry of Taste and Smell, or Principles for Easily and Inexpensively Preparing Liqueurs and Perfumed Waters. Paris, Printed by P. G. Le Mercier, 1755; 8vo, 392 pp., contemporary marbled full calf binding, spine with 5 raised bands, edges painted red, title label in red morocco.
A complete copy, including the frontispiece and the 6 engraved plates depicting instruments (still, chemical apparatus). First edition of this work, which deals with liqueurs and essential oils. The final section provides instructions for making perfumed waters for personal hygiene. Bacchus et Cornus 1088.
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 15th - Transition
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Paper
Length: in-8 d'un poids d'environ 800 grammes.
Reference (ID): 1834184
Availability: In stock
