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71 - WOLFF (Christian). A Course in Mathematics, covering all asp…
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Estimate €700 - €800
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WOLFF (Christian). A Course in Mathematics, covering all aspects of this science, made accessible to merchants. Translated into French and considerably expanded. Paris, Jombert, 1757. 3 in-8 volumes, marbled calfskin, spined with decorative raised bands (contemporary binding). French translation by A. J. Pernetty and Dom Berzillac. The illustrations consist of 69 separate plates: Arithmetic, 1 plate. - Geometry, 8 plates - Trigonometry, 1 plate - Mechanics, 3 plates - Hydrostatics, 1 plate - Aerometry and Hydraulics, 2 plates. - Optics, 1 plate - Catoptrics, 1 plate - Dioptrics, 2 plates - Perspective, 6 plates - Geography, 1 plate - Chronology, Gnomonics, 4 plates - Astronomy, 3 plates - Navigation, 2 plates - Fortification, 6 plates - Attack and Defence of Fortifications, 5 plates - Artillery, 6 plates - Fireworks, 1 plate - Architecture, 15 plates A fine copy.
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About the sale MONTIGNAC – 31st BOOK SALE – Day 1 of 4 – Nos. 1 to 549
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Auction time 08/19/2026 at 11:00 AM
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