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101 - 101- FORBIN (Claude de): ‘Memoirs of the Count of Forbin, Co…
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Estimate €80 - €120
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101- FORBIN (Claude de): ‘Memoirs of the Count of Forbin, Commander-in-Chief of the Fleet, Knight of the Military Order of Saint Louis. ’ Marseille: published by Jean Mossy, Printer to the King and the Navy, and Bookseller at the Parc. 1781. 2 volumes in-12 (complete). Frontispiece in Volume I. Full marbled sheepskin binding of the period. Spined back decorated with floral motifs, featuring a title label and volume number (the joints of Volume I are split and the upper cap of Volume II is damaged). Corners worn. Satisfactory condition overall. An iconic work of maritime history in which the Count of Forbin recounts his career in the service of Louis XIV, as well as his famous sojourn in the Kingdom of Siam, where he was appointed Admiral of the Fleets and Governor of Bangkok.
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About the sale Antique and modern books – comic books
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Auction time 10/22/2026 at 10:30 AM
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