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38 - Collectif. Instruction for the People: One Hundred Treatises…
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Estimate €60 - €80
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Collectif. Instruction for the People: One Hundred Treatises on the Most Essential Knowledge; a completely new work, with engravings interspersed throughout the text [...] Paris, J.-J. Dubochet, Lechevalier & Co., 1848. 4 volumes in two sturdy in-4 volumes, in havana half-calf, smooth spine with gold fillet, title and volume number gilded (contemporary binding). Spines sun-faded. Numerous engraved illustrations within the text. A fine copy. A work that perfectly exemplifies the scientistic movement of the mid-19th century. Ex-libris J.M.
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About the sale MONTIGNAC – 31st BOOK SALE – Day 1 of 4 – Nos. 1 to 549
Auction location
Auction time 08/19/2026 at 11:00 AM
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