The Life Of Fenelon By Louis François De Bausset, 1808
The History of Fénelon*, composed using original manuscripts, is a major biography of François de Fénelon, written by Louis-François de Bausset (a future cardinal and former Bishop of Alais).
Key features of the 1808 edition:
Author: Louis-François de Bausset (1748–1824)
Publisher: Giguet et Michaud (Paris)
Originally published in 3 volumes in octavo (in-8°) format
Compiled from original manuscripts and family or ecclesiastical archives pertaining to the Archbishop of Cambrai (François de Fénelon).
It chronicles Fénelon’s life, ecclesiastical career, the controversies in which he was involved (notably the dispute over Quietism with Bossuet), and his literary and pedagogical body of work.
This copy bears the stamp of the Marquis A.T. du Prat (Antoine-Théodore du Prat, 1775–1855), a renowned bibliophile and a descendant of the Chancellor to Francis I.
This exceptional provenance attests to the quality and state of preservation of these volumes. Such a stamp—known as a mark of provenance or an *ex-libris* (in the form of an ink stamp)—serves as historical evidence.
It indicates that these books once belonged to the private library of the Marquis Antoine-Théodore du Prat.
The Marquis Antoine-Théodore du Prat (1775–1855) was a French aristocrat and a direct descendant of the celebrated Chancellor Antoine Duprat (the all-powerful minister to Francis I).
The Marquis was a scholar and a passionate collector. He spent a large part of his life reconstructing his family library and collecting high-quality religious, historical, and literary works. His signature practice: to denote ownership, he would have his personal stamp or coat of arms affixed to the title pages or endpapers of his books.
In good condition, consistent with age and use; additional photos or a WhatsApp video can be provided upon request.
Shipping via Colissimo with appropriate protective packaging: 20 euros for France, 30 euros for Europe; other destinations quoted upon request.
Please contact me at 06 78 87 61 61.
Key features of the 1808 edition:
Author: Louis-François de Bausset (1748–1824)
Publisher: Giguet et Michaud (Paris)
Originally published in 3 volumes in octavo (in-8°) format
Compiled from original manuscripts and family or ecclesiastical archives pertaining to the Archbishop of Cambrai (François de Fénelon).
It chronicles Fénelon’s life, ecclesiastical career, the controversies in which he was involved (notably the dispute over Quietism with Bossuet), and his literary and pedagogical body of work.
This copy bears the stamp of the Marquis A.T. du Prat (Antoine-Théodore du Prat, 1775–1855), a renowned bibliophile and a descendant of the Chancellor to Francis I.
This exceptional provenance attests to the quality and state of preservation of these volumes. Such a stamp—known as a mark of provenance or an *ex-libris* (in the form of an ink stamp)—serves as historical evidence.
It indicates that these books once belonged to the private library of the Marquis Antoine-Théodore du Prat.
The Marquis Antoine-Théodore du Prat (1775–1855) was a French aristocrat and a direct descendant of the celebrated Chancellor Antoine Duprat (the all-powerful minister to Francis I).
The Marquis was a scholar and a passionate collector. He spent a large part of his life reconstructing his family library and collecting high-quality religious, historical, and literary works. His signature practice: to denote ownership, he would have his personal stamp or coat of arms affixed to the title pages or endpapers of his books.
In good condition, consistent with age and use; additional photos or a WhatsApp video can be provided upon request.
Shipping via Colissimo with appropriate protective packaging: 20 euros for France, 30 euros for Europe; other destinations quoted upon request.
Please contact me at 06 78 87 61 61.
260 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Paper
Width: 13,5
Height: 20,8
Reference (ID): 1842097
Availability: In stock
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