Discover a fascinating collection of French publications in this lot from Duggleby Auctioneers. The selection includes a variety of works spanning different centuries and styles.
One of the highlights is 'L'Honeste Homme' ou L'Art de Plaire by Le Sievre Faret, published in Paris in 1660, bound in full calf. Also included are 'Les Six Nouvelles' (1786) and 'Nouvelles Nouvelles' (1792) by J-P de Florian, both presented in quarter leather.
Conscience's 'Les Dialogues de Jacques Tahureau' from 1871 is featured in half calf and marbled boards. Additionally, delve into the world of Berolade de Verville with 'Le Moyen de Parvenir', published by Garnier Freres in 1879.
Other notable inclusions are Paul Jacob's 'Le Cymbalum Mundi' (1841) and 'Les Contes de Bonaventure des Periers' (1843), offering a glimpse into French literature of the time.
The lot also comprises a collection of French books, such as 'Le Chansonnier Hugenot' (1870) in two volumes edited by H-L Bordier, Mace de Villebresme's limited edition 'Epistre de Cleriande' (No. 132), and 'Poeme Inedit de Iehan Marot' (1860) amongst others.
A unique addition is Claude Saint-Andre's 'Madame du Barry d'apres les Documents Authentiques', a limited edition publication from 1908 with a soft vellum cover, numbered 39 out of 250. Explore this diverse assortment of French literature and historical works, each offering a unique perspective on the culture and society of its time.