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216 - R. SMITH A Comprehensive Course in Optics, translated from t…
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Estimate €300 - €400
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R. SMITH A Comprehensive Course in Optics, translated from the English by Robert Smith, covering the theory, practice and applications of this science. With substantial additions covering all the new discoveries made in this field since the publication of the English edition. Avignon, Vve Girard/Fr. Séguin and in Paris by Ch.-Ant. Jombert and Ch. Saillant, 1767, 2 volumes in 2 quarto volumes (xxviij–472 pp (Volume 1) and title page–536 pp (Volume 2)), illustrated with 73 fold-out plates (diagrams, scientific instruments, planets, etc.). First French edition. Contemporary half-basane binding, spine with decorated raised bands. Two half-splits at the joints, headbands missing or worn, wear to the corners; the body of the book is in excellent condition. Expert: Pascal GUILLEBAUD
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Auction time 07/04/2026 at 2:00 PM
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