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115 - FROMAGEOT, Pierre. Annals of the Reign of Maria Theresa.
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Estimate €100 - €150
Description
FROMAGEOT, Pierre. Annals of the Reign of Maria Theresa. Paris, Prault fils, and published by the author, 1775. in-8 (19 x 12.5 cm), full scaly calfskin, ribbed spine decorated with panels. Marbled edges. Contemporary binding. 337 pp., approval and privilege Some scuffing to the binding. First edition and first printing, illustrated with a frontispiece portrait, after Ducreux, engraved by Cathelin; two medallion portraits; and four separate engravings after Moreau, engraved by Gaucher, de Launay, Simonet, Duclos, and Prévost. An interesting account of the virtues and acts of benevolence of Marie-Thérèse, her regulations, and her useful institutions of all kinds, whether to reform abuses, simplify the collection of taxes, or establish order and discipline amongst her troops; or to stimulate agriculture, encourage the arts, foster trade, increase the population, and ensure prosperity throughout her vast estates. A fine copy. ‎
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Auction time 11/02/2026 at 2:00 PM
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