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Estimate €100 - €120
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[TECHNICAL] BOURDIN (Pierre)] Le Dessein ou perspective militaire, a very straightforward work, and essential for all those who wish to practise the art of fortification, Paris, Guillaume Benard, 1655 An 8vo volume in full sheepskin, ribbed spine, 239 pages. A work by Pierre Bourdin (1595–1653), a member of the Society of Jesus, who taught mathematics, optics, cosmography, drawing and fortification for eighteen years at La Flèche, then at the Collège de Clermont in Paris. Numerous wood-engraved diagrams. Cover rubbed, spine split, corners and cap ends worn.
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About the sale ANTIQUE AND MODERN BOOKS
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Auction time 09/12/2026 at 2:15 PM
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