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297 - MARTIN (Arthur) The Life and Mysteries of the Blessed Virgin…
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Estimate €150 - €200
Description
MARTIN (Arthur) The Life and Mysteries of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of God. Paris; Nantes: Charpentier, 1859. In folio; illustrated with superb chromolithographs enhanced with gold by Lemercier, reproducing the ornamentation of medieval illuminated manuscripts; set in brown and red Gothic type. A few creases with tears. Publisher’s binding in red shagreen, decorated ribbed spine, superb black-and-gold plate decoration depicting the Virgin surrounded by four angels, gilt roulette on the fillets, fine interior garland, gilt edges.
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Auction time 07/03/2026 at 10:00 AM
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