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43 - [DUCLOS (Charles Pinot)]. Reflections on the Customs of this…
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Estimate €400 - €500
Description
[DUCLOS (Charles Pinot)]. Reflections on the Customs of this Century. N.p. [Paris], [Prault], 1751, 12mo, fawn calfskin, plain spine with decoration, gilt fillets framing the covers, coat of arms in the centre, red edges (contemporary binding) First edition of this witty essay, which enjoyed considerable success. A fine copy bearing the coat of arms of Madame de Pompadour. One corner is partially split, with the split beginning to extend to another.
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