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CREVIER (Jean-Baptiste-Louis). History of the Roman Emperors…
See original version (French)
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CREVIER (Jean-Baptiste-Louis). History of the Roman Emperors…
See original version (French)
Estimate €100 - €150
Voluntary lot
Description
CREVIER (Jean-Baptiste-Louis). History of the Roman Emperors, from Augustus to Constantine. Paris, Desaint & Saillant, 1749–1755. 12 in-12 volumes, in contemporary full calf, with decorated ribbed spine.
2 fold-out maps drawn by Jean-Baptiste Bourguignon d’Anville.
First edition, published in 12 volumes between 1749 and 1755, of this comprehensive history of the Roman Empire from Augustus to the reign of Constantine. Jean-Baptiste-Louis Crevier (1693–1765), a pupil and disciple of Charles Rollin, had been commissioned to complete his master’s *History of Rome*: here he continues the narrative beyond the fall of the Republic.
A fine set, despite some minor binding flaws.
See original version (French)
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About the sale
Antique and modern books: catalogued sale
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Auction time
11/14/2026 at 10:30 AM
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