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31 - EXPILLY (Abbé Jean-Joseph d’). *La Topographie de l’Univers*…
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Estimate €300 - €500
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EXPILLY (Abbé Jean-Joseph d’). *La Topographie de l’Univers*. Paris, Bauche, 1758. 2 volumes in-8, in full contemporary red morocco, spine ribbed and decorated with fleurons and flowers (vol. I), and with fleurons, stars and heraldic lions (vol. II), wide gilt lace framing the covers, central coat of arms, all edges gilt. (2) folios, XVI, 579 pp., (1) folio, 12 plates; XVI, 665 pp., (2) pp. of publisher’s catalogue, 12 plates. Two corners slightly worn, slight rubbing, some wear to the edges. First edition, dedicated to the King of the Two Sicilies, illustrated with 24 folded maps with coloured outlines, depicting in particular the globe, the world and the various states and provinces of Germany, the Netherlands and neighbouring regions. A fine copy bearing the coat of arms of Honoré Armand, Duke of Villars (1702–1770). Honoré-Armand de Villars, the only son of Marshal of France Claude-Louis-Hector de Villars (1653–1734). He inherited his family’s ducal title and prominent position, and served notably as Governor of Provence.
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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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