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Coat Of Arms Of Boyer De Crémille 1748 "history Of The Stadtholderate Since Its Origin" By Abbot Raynal

Coat of Armes of Byer de Crémille 1748 " History of the Sadtholderate since its oigin" by Abbot Raynal

Period: 18th century

320 €

Handwritten Painted Book: "general Lisle Von Der Ganken Pruss. Army With Gouache On The Frock Coats

A historical documentary treasure worthy of an Army Museum, a "unique curiosity" that this volume covered in smooth-spine vellum with the title "General-Isl Von Der Ganken Pruss. Army. Finely written,[...]

Period: 18th century

4 200 €

Beautiful Exp; In4, In 2 Vol. "" The New Rustic House, Or General Economy &c.. Paris 1740 Fig.

A fine copy of this famous 18th century book, the "Bible of the Gentleman Farmer", often consulted and therefore rare in this good condition for a work abundantly illustrated... 2 Large Volumes in 4, [...]

Period: 18th century

740 €

Rare Copy From The Library Of The Minister Of Louis XV: "history Of The Ottoman Empire" 1771

Rare copy from the Library of the Minister of Louis XV . "History of the Ottoman Empire" 1771. Paris ; in 4 d'Argenson

Period: 18th century

950 €

Beautiful In-plano In Blond Calfskin From 1724, Amsterdam: "antique Engraved Stones", By Bernard Picart

Rare and beautiful engraved copy by Bernard Picart: A flat volume in blond glazed calf, spine with raised bands decorated with gilt irons in the compartments, garnet morocco title, covers with triple [...]

Period: 18th century

2 200 €

4 Beautiful Volumes. In4 Of Medicine "aphorisms", By Gerardi Van Swieten, Med. Doct. A Paris 1771

Beautiful complete series in 4 Volumes in 4, full calfskin spine with raised bands decorated with gilded irons in the boxes, titles and novels in ocher morocco, endpapers and marbled edges. Beautiful [...]

Period: 18th century

480 €

Old Book. “memoirs Of Mr. Duguay-trouin. Lieutenant-general Of The Naval Forces. 1748.

Memoirs of Monsieur Dugay-Trouin. Lieutenant-General of the Naval Forces, Commander of the Royal and Military Order of Saint Louis. Published in Rouen in 1748. Contemporary binding with age-related we[...]

Period: 18th century

350 €
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675-page Manuscript – Advent Sermons – Rare 18th Century Manuscript

Large manuscript entitled Advent Sermons. Circa 1750. 675 pages. Contemporary full calf binding, decorated spine with 5 raised bands, marbled edges, red morocco title label. Very well-written religiou[...]

Period: 18th century

650 €

426-page Manuscript – Moral Discourse – 1753 – Rare 18th Century Manuscript

Large manuscript entitled - Moral discourses for the times of the jubilee delivered in this church. 1753426 pages Full calf binding of the time, spine decorated with 5 ribs, marbled edges. About the w[...]

Period: 18th century

450 €

Meditations On The Gospel, Posthumous Work By Jacques-bénigne Bossuet, Bishop Of Meaux. 1752

A posthumous writing by the talented "Aigle de Meaux" in 4 Vol. 12mo, full speckled calf, spine ribbed with gilt irons in the compartments, titles and volume numbers in red and black morocco, marbled [...]

Period: 18th century

380 €

The Masterpiece Of An Unknown Man 1758

The masterpiece of an unknown author. A poem happily discovered and brought to light with scholarly and researched remarks by Dr. Chrisotome Matanasius. Ninth edition in Lausanne by Marc-Mic Bousquet [...]

Period: 18th century

160 €

Beautiful Vol. 4: "treatise On The Prescriptions Of The Alienation Of The Property Of The Tenths" Fi D De Charnage

Presented in a beautiful 4to volume, full speckled glazed calf, ribbed spine decorated with gilt irons in the boxes, tan morocco title, marbled guards, red edges: "Treatises on Prescriptions, the Alie[...]

Period: 18th century

180 €

"memoirs On Ancient Chivalry" Considered A Political And Military Establishment.

Complete in two beautiful volumes in 12, full spotted calf, ribbed spine decorated with gilt irons in the compartments, titles and volume numbers in tan morocco, covers framed with triple gilt fillets[...]

Period: 18th century

440 €

2 Vol. In 12: "the Poems Of The King Of Navarre", With Notes & A French Glossary Paris 18th

In their fresh state, these two volumes In 12, full calf, ribbed spine, gilt irons in the boxes, titles and volume numbers in Havana morocco, marbled guards, speckled edges, Ex-Libris library of Crépa[...]

Period: 18th century

460 €

Rare Copy, Full Red Morocco From 1723 "figures Of The Bible" By Le Maistre De Sacy

Exceptional work called "the Bible of Royaumont" by the Maistre de Sacy, illustrated and educational work through images, an idea of the Solitaire to spread the thought of the Old and New Testament fo[...]

Period: 18th century

2 500 €

1 Vol. In8 From 1772: "elements Of Theoretical And Practical Music Following The Principles Of Rameau"

Rare and precious  Gl Duroc copy of the Royal Military School of Sorez stamped with the Arms of Languedoc, In8 format, full calf, smooth spine decorated with gilt irons, red morocco title, stamped wit[...]

Period: 18th century

960 €

Conspiracy Of Nicolas Gabrini, Known As De Rienzi, Tyrant Of Rome In 1347, Work Of Du Cerceau.

In a large volume in 12. Contemporary binding in tinted calf, ribbed spine decorated with irons in the compartments, ochre morocco title, red edges. Printed in Paris, at the Veuve Etienne, rue Saint J[...]

Period: 18th century

220 €

3 Fine Vols. In 12 From Chez J. Barbou. Paris 1759: Marci Acci Plauti Comédiae Quae Supersunt

I would not praise the Maison Barbou, a famous 18th century publisher who printed and bound books with great care, notably the Auteurs Latinistes, whose quality of paper, typography, illustrations and[...]

Period: 18th century

440 €

Factice Collection Calas Affair Toulouse Languedoc Bibliophily 3 Factums XVIII Voltaire Justice

A factitious collection in its contemporary binding, composed of three factums, all from 1765, concerning the Calas Affair, the most famous legal case of the 18th century in France. The Calas Affair w[...]

Period: 18th century

300 €

2 Volumes In 4 From 1761, Printed In Lyon By Arnoldi Vinii Jc "institutionum Impérialium" Com.

Complete in two volumes in 4, full speckled sheepskin, spine with raised bands decorated with irons in the compartments, ochre morocco title, gilt volume number, pinked edges, two-tone volume 1 title.[...]

Period: 18th century

140 €

18th Century Binding Cover, Embroidered Silk, Marquis' Crown, Coat Of Arms, Book

Antique silk embroidery dating from the mid-18th century. Very beautiful decoration embroidered with silver thread depicting the arms of a marquis. Complete binding with both sides. 22cm x 16cm. Very [...]

Period: 18th century

400 €
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18th Century - Literature And History - Bookshelf

Set of five books on ancient literature, poetry, history. . Critical letters on the philosophical letters of Mr. De VOLTAIRE (1753). ORIGINAL EDITION - By Boullier and Beaumelle. Two important texts o[...]

Period: 18th century

145 €

Strong Volume In 4 "dictionarium Universale Latinogallicum Joan. Boudot . Parisiis. M.dcc. Lx.

Beautiful and sober strong volume in 4, full sheepskin spine with raised bands, red morocco title: "Dictionarium Universalee "Latino-Gallicum", ex omnibus Latinitatis Auroribus. Summa Diligentia Colle[...]

Period: 18th century

250 €

"history Of Saladin, Sultan Of Egypt And Syria", By M. Marin, 2 Fine Vol. In 12. 1758.

"History of Saladin , Sultan of Egyptand Syria" , by M. Martin 2 Vol In 12 . Paris 1758

Period: 18th century

520 €

Romaine History Of Crevier In 4 In Quarto

History of Crevier I Vol. In Quarto Volume 5 By

Period: 18th century

110 €

4 Beautiful Vol.in 12: "collection Of Various Works In Prose And Verse" By Father Brumoy

Beautiful and interesting work in new condition "Collection of Various Works in Prose and Verse", by Father Br. of the Society of Jesus in Paris, at Jean-Baptiste Coignard, Printer to the King, rue Sa[...]

Period: 18th century

380 €

Edward Young: The Turner & Marillier "the Nights" Various Works By J. Gray; 4 Vol. In8

Original Edition of the French translation, by Pierre-Prime-Félicien Le Tourneur. Remarkably illustrated with 4 beautiful engraved figures. Remarkable set of four volumes in 8vo, full decorated glazed[...]

Period: 18th century

480 €

1732 - Theaters And Pamphlets By Guillaume Bougeant, Breton Priest

Volume bringing together three writings by Guillaume Bougeant, a Jesuit priest born in Quimper, printed in 1732. Format in-12 (16 x 10 cm) Each piece is preceded by a frontispiece, an engraving. ○ Two[...]

Period: 18th century

100 €

Works Of Bossuet 4 Volumes From The 1766 Edition In 12mo

4 volumes: numbers 3 / 13 / 14 / 18 out of the 22 in the edition of the "Libraires associés" Liège 1766 this is the large format in 12 or: 20 x 26 calfskin binding, ribbed spine, boxes with floral dec[...]

Period: 18th century

300 €
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3 Vol. The Essays Of Michel Seigneur De Montaigne, With Notes By Pierre Coste; Paris 1725

In three beautiful large volumes in quarto, complete in contemporary binding in full tinted calf, ribbed spines decorated with beautiful gilt in the compartments, titles and volume numbers in red and [...]

Period: 18th century

1 600 €

2 Beautiful Vol. In 4: "the History Of The Reign Of The Emperor Charles V", By M. Robertson. 1771

In two beautiful large volumes In 4. full blond glazed calf, ribbed spine decorated with beautiful gilded "acorn" stamping, Havana morocco titles and volume numbers, marbled endpapers, red edges in be[...]

Period: 18th century

940 €

"introduction To The Modern, General And Political History Of The Universe" 8 Vol. In . Paris 1753

Exceptional, very complete set illustrated with folding maps in 8 volumes in a very elegant half-binding with rich decoration on the spines in gilt iron on a ribbed spine, titles and volume numbers in[...]

Period: 18th century

1 800 €

Series Of Arms In 13 Vol. In 4: "abridged Version Of Ecclesiastical History" Bonaventure Racine, 18th

"Abridged Ecclesiastical History, containing the significant events of each century, with Reflections; 13 Volumes In 4, full calf, spines with raised bands decorated with gilt iron in the boxes, red m[...]

Period: 18th century

1 800 €

Mint Condition Illustrated With 44 Plates "the Religion Of The Gauls", 2 Vol. In 4, From 1727. Dom Martin

Mint Condition Illustrated with 44 plates "The Religion of the Gauls" , 2 Volumes In 4 , from 1727 . Dom Martin

Period: 18th century

950 €

1784, Collection Book Anatomy Engravings (25+23) By Crepy & Charpentier

CABINET OF CURIOSITIES, ANATOMY, MEDICINE Set / book of flayed people engravings, front and side views (skeletons and muscles)CREPY & CHARPENTIER, First edition of the "anatomical tables in soft tail [...]

Period: 18th century

1 000 €

The Spirit Of The Fronde, Or Political And Military History Of The Troubles Of France, (louis XIV)

Magnificent copy, very complete in five large volumes in 12, full blond morocco, sober and elegant shine: spine with raised bands in the compartments, gilt fillet, titles and volume numbers in ochre a[...]

Period: 18th century

600 €

2x2 Law Books: New Commentaries On The Criminal Ordinance & Universal Style Of Courts

Two interesting works of law under the Reign of Louis XV, in 2X2 Volumes in 12, full vau, spines with ribs decorated with gilded iron in the boxes, titles in red and brown morocco, green volumes, marb[...]

Period: 18th century

250 €

Rare Large In8 Binding, 18th Century, Red Morocco Brass Band Covers With The Arms Of Louis XV

A rare copy in very good condition, this Missal is decorated with a plaque bearing the Dubuisson fanfare, from the Maison du Roi, bearing the arms of Louis XV. In full red morocco (wild Cape goat), th[...]

Period: 18th century

3 000 €

4 Beautiful Volumes In 12 "history Of The Arabs Under The Government Of The Caliphs", Abbot De Marigny

Complete in 4 Volumes In 12: The History of the Arabs under the Government of the Caliphs. By M.l'Abbé De Marigny, printed in Paris at Veuve Estienne & Fils, rue Saint-Jacques, Desaint & Saillant, rue[...]

Period: 18th century

540 €

Series: "the Spirit Of The Encyclopedia", Or Selection Of Articles, 5 Volumes In 12. Geneva 1771

"The Spirit of the Encyclopedia", or a selection of the most curious, the most agreeable, the most piquant, the most philosophical Articles of this great Dictionary; We have only focused on the pieces[...]

Period: 18th century

300 €

Collection Including Marshal Ferrand, Comic Opera By Quetant, Music By Philidor

QUÉTANT (François Antoine). Le Maréchal ferrant, opera comique en un acte... La Musique deM. Philidor. Seconde édition, revue, corrigée & augmentée par l'Auteur. Paris, Hérissant, 1761.In-8 de 51-[5] [...]

Period: 18th century

230 €

Memoirs To Serve The History Of France And Burgundy Containing A Journal Of Paris 1729.

Extremely rare first edition of a beautiful volume In 4. Full tinted calf, ribbed spine decorated with very beautiful gilt irons in the boxes, red morocco title, contemporary binding in perfect condit[...]

Period: 18th century

1 200 €

3 Vol In 8, Discovery Of Horace's Country House, Abbot Capmartin De Chavry. Rome 1767

Beautiful complete copy in three large octavo volumes, full speckled calf, spine with raised bands decorated with gilt irons in the compartments, titles and names in red and tan morocco, marbled endpa[...]

Period: 18th century

550 €

Fascination Of The Middle East From 1774 "questions On A Trip To Arabia By Mr. Michaélis" 1 Vol.

From the rich library of the Banker Lafitte (Ex-libris) in one volume in 4, full tinted calf, ribbed spine decorated with gilded iron in the boxes, red morocco title, lace-framed covers, marbled guard[...]

Period: 18th century

650 €

"the Efforts Of Liberty And Patriotism Against Despotism", By Mr. De Maupéou Chancellor.

Five volumes in 8; full blond calf, smooth spine decorated with irons (worn), titles and volume numbers in red morocco, covers framed with triple gilt fillets, marbled endpapers, red edges, beautiful [...]

Period: 18th century

500 €

Mathematics éléments. 1761

Éléments de mathématiques ou traité de la grandeur en general 1761 , heighteen édition,  writen by abbé Bernard Lamy, chez Briasson, Saint Jacques street.  This book was used by military schools, all[...]

Period: 18th century

180 €

Rare Set Of Numerous Pieces Brought Together In One Vol.in8, On The Wheat Trade From 1754 To 1769

A rare and historical piece, this volume in 8; full speckled calf, ribbed spine, gilt irons in the boxes, red morocco title, marbled guards, red edges. Printed in 1754 "Arrest of the King's Council of[...]

Period: 18th century

550 €

Memoirs To Serve The History Of Louis XIV, By The Late Mr. Abbé De Choisy; 2 Vol In 12 1727

These fascinating memoirs by the truculent Abbot of Choisy, concerning the particularities of the Reign of Louis XIV, are teeming with details linked to his audacity, a real literary delight, moreover[...]

Period: 18th century

440 €

From The Library Of The Minister Of Louis XV, d'Argenson "historical Memoirs" By Mézeray 1753

1 volume in 12 in two volumes, full speckled glazed calf, ribbed spine decorated with beautiful gilded iron in the sides, garnet morocco title, marbled guards, red edges. Bears the inventory number 67[...]

Period: 18th century

320 €

Beautiful In Folio Glazed Blond Calf Framed Pagination: Satyrs And Works Of Régnier London 1753

The finest copy of the Works of Mathurin Régnier in large folio format, bound in blond glazed calf, triple fillets on the covers, ribbed spine decorated with beautiful gilt irons in the compartments, [...]

Period: 18th century

1 200 €

2 Vol. In 12 In Four Parts "letters From Colonel Talbert"; By Madame ***author Of Elisabeth.

Beautiful copy in two large volumes in 12. Full speckled glazed calf, spine with ribbed bands decorated with gilded irons in the compartments, titles and volume numbers in Havana morocco, frieze on th[...]

Period: 18th century

340 €

The Insignia Impostors, Stories Of Several Men Of Nothingness...who Usurped..1728. 2 Vol.

2 beautiful volumes in 12: "The Significant Impostors", or the history of several men of nothingness, of all Nations, who have usurped the quality of Emperor, King, & Prince. Of the wars that they cau[...]

Period: 18th century

540 €

Police Dictionary By Edmé De La Poix De Freminville Original Edition 1758

Dictionary or treatise on the general police of cities, towns, parishes, and lordships of the countryside... Edme de la POIX DE FREMINVILLE This police treatise is undoubtedly one of the best testimon[...]

Period: 18th century

400 €

1 Vol In 12 In Three Works "letters From Mr Marshal Duke Of Belleisle" & Military Memoirs

Beautiful and rare military work in three works brought together in a 12mo volume in blond glazed calf, ribbed spine decorated with fine gilt iron in the compartments, garnet morocco title; covers wit[...]

Period: 18th century

480 €

Complete: 6 Vol. In 12, Amsterdam 1750: "memoirs To Serve The History Of Anne Of Austria"

Rare and beautiful copy in a superb binding from the very middle of the 18th century in six volumes in 12; full glazed tinted calf, ribbed spine richly decorated with gilded iron in the boxes, emerald[...]

Period: 18th century

700 €

4 Vol. 18th, Red Morocco Coat Of Arms Inlaid: "journal Of , Reign Of Henry ", By P. De l'Etoile

"Journal of the Reign of Henry IV. King of France and Navarre. By Mr. Pierre de l'Etoile, Grand Audiencier in the Chancellery of Paris. With Historical and Political Remarks by the Knight CBA And seve[...]

Period: 18th century

600 €

Hebrew Grammar For The Use Of The Sorbonne Schools. 1765 Edition

Beautiful copy, in octavo, of the Hebrew grammar for the use of the Sorbonne schools, new edition, 1765, printed by Humblot, rue Saint Jacques in Paris. This work is written by the Abbé Ladvocat, Doct[...]

Period: 18th century

170 €

"new Memoirs Of The Knight William Temple": 1 Volume In 12. . To Arms. At The Hague 1729

Rare French translation of this beautiful volume with the large Arms of the Count of Colembay, and a magnificent Ex-libris belonging to E. Vermorcken. "New Memoirs of the Knight William Temple, Ambass[...]

Period: 18th century

600 €

Curiosity: "philosophical View Of The Natural Gradation," Of The Forms Of Being, By Jb Robinet

A rare "curiosity" book in 8vo format Illustrated with the "Philosophical View of Natural Gradation". Forms of being, or "The Essays of Nature" which teaches how to make man. By JB Robinet; in Amsterd[...]

Period: 18th century

600 €

Rare Volume In 8 In 2 Volumes 1773, In London: Social System, Or Natural Principles Of Morality

Rare and precious philosophical book by the famous Baron d'Holbach, an 8vo volume in two volumes presented in a half-binding 1st Empires spine with ribbed spine in olive calf, titles and ribbed gilt, [...]

Period: 18th century

1 200 €

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