Two miniature books published by Marcilly 1830s
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Title: Two miniature books published by Marcilly
Place Published: Paris
Publisher:Marcilly
Date Published: [c.1830s]
Description:
Author:
Title: Two miniature books published by Marcilly
Place Published: Paris
Publisher:Marcilly
Date Published: [c.1830s]
Description:
2 volumes. Each with engraved illustrated title page, engraved plates. text in French. 73x50 mm, glossy paper-covered boards with embossed designs, all edges gilt. Comprises:
Contes a Mes Jeunes Amis. 118 pp. 4 engraved plates. With original textured slipcase with paper cover label. Rubbing to slipcase; light wear and soiling to slipcase and boards.
Les Feeries Morales. 127 pp. Cover engraving, 5 engraved plates. Lacking front free endpaper, top portion of half title page has been excised. 1843 ownership signature on front pastedown.
Two scarce, charmingly illustrated miniature books of fairy tales published by Marcilly, one with the rare original slipcase.
Condition
Some general light wear and soiling; some light foxing; both volumes very good.
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Two miniature books published by Marcilly 1830s
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