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Antique French Books Collection by Unknown Illustrator, Late 1800s
Antique French Books Collection by Unknown Illustrator, Late 1800s

Antique French Books Collection by Unknown Illustrator, Late 1800s

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

nr. 9 books - owner Rolland - various titles and authors : Les maitres d'autrefois (Eugène Fromentin) - Petit Bob (GyP) - Voyage autour de mon jardin (Alphonse Karr) - Sans famille (...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Other Books

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Paper

Antique French Books by Honoré de Balzac, Paper Binding, 1926, France
Antique French Books by Honoré de Balzac, Paper Binding, 1926, France

Antique French Books by Honoré de Balzac, Paper Binding, 1926, France

By Honoré de Balzac 1

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Three ancient books in French by Balzac "Lost illusions" - Binding of 1926. 25 specimens on Japanese paper - 25 " " Chinese " 50 " " ...

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Early 20th Century French Other Books

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Paper

Antique French Children's Books Set of Three, Paper, Illustrated, 1936
Antique French Children's Books Set of Three, Paper, Illustrated, 1936

Antique French Children's Books Set of Three, Paper, Illustrated, 1936

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Antique 1930s French Childrens Illustration Books, set of 3: The 1st one is: "Le petit chaperon rouge", french language, "The Little Red Riding Hood" by Charles Perrault.

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Early 20th Century French French Provincial Books

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Paper

Pair of Antique Books Dating from the 19th Century France
Pair of Antique Books Dating from the 19th Century France

Pair of Antique Books Dating from the 19th Century France

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Set of antique books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France.

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Books

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Paper

Set of Antique Books Dating From the 19th Century France
Set of Antique Books Dating From the 19th Century France

Set of Antique Books Dating From the 19th Century France

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Set of antique books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Books

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Paper

"Tresors des Tzars" & "Marie Antoinette" Two Art & Antiques Books (French Text)
"Tresors des Tzars" & "Marie Antoinette" Two Art & Antiques Books (French Text)

"Tresors des Tzars" & "Marie Antoinette" Two Art & Antiques Books (French Text)

Located in Incline Village, NV

These are two highly regarded colorfully illustrated books referencing copious works of art and antiques; over 450 pages and 400 pages respectively; both are written in French text.

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1990s French Other Books

Materials

Paper

Set of Antique Bound Books Dating from the 19th Century, France
Set of Antique Bound Books Dating from the 19th Century, France

Set of Antique Bound Books Dating from the 19th Century, France

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Set of old religious books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France. These books are called "Commentaries". These beautiful books are perf...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Books

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Paper

19th Century French Antique Leather Bound Books in Napoleon III Style
19th Century French Antique Leather Bound Books in Napoleon III Style

19th Century French Antique Leather Bound Books in Napoleon III Style

Located in Austin, TX

French antique books with Moroccan leather black spine, gold leaf imprinted title and blue and black covers.

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Books

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Leather, Paper

(3) Illustrated Reference Books On Art And Antiques (French Text--Out Of Print)
(3) Illustrated Reference Books On Art And Antiques (French Text--Out Of Print)

(3) Illustrated Reference Books On Art And Antiques (French Text--Out Of Print)

Located in Incline Village, NV

Text is entirely in French in all three of these books. These are highly collectible and very sought after reference volumes, mainly because of their copious and rich illustrations o...

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Vintage 1960s French Other Books

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Paper

Set of Six French Art Deco Leather Bound Larousse Books 1929
Set of Six French Art Deco Leather Bound Larousse Books 1929

Set of Six French Art Deco Leather Bound Larousse Books 1929

Located in Dallas, TX

Decorate a library, study, or office with this elegant set of antique French leather bound books. Printed in Paris circa 1929 by Maison Larousse and edited by Paul Augé, the complete...

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Early 20th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

4 Historical Books (One in French) Napoleon Bonaparte On The Battlefield A Study
4 Historical Books (One in French) Napoleon Bonaparte On The Battlefield A Study

4 Historical Books (One in French) Napoleon Bonaparte On The Battlefield A Study

Located in Incline Village, NV

Note: All four of these books are from a non smoking home. FREE DOMESTIC SHIPPING (United States): I will cover the cost of shipping as per media mail (book rate) (See all images...

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Mid-20th Century French Napoleon III Books

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Paper

Complete 1822 "Oeuvres Completes de Voltaire, Nouvelle Edition". Books
Complete 1822 "Oeuvres Completes de Voltaire, Nouvelle Edition". Books

Complete 1822 "Oeuvres Completes de Voltaire, Nouvelle Edition". Books

Located in Sag Harbor, NY

A decorative set of antique books for collectors or home interiors. Copyright 1822. Complete Set 1-69. Published in Paris "Oeuvres Completes de Voltaire, Nouvelle Edition". by Chez T...

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Early 20th Century French Books

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Paper

Lot of 18 Antique French Methodical Encyclopedias
Lot of 18 Antique French Methodical Encyclopedias

Lot of 18 Antique French Methodical Encyclopedias

Located in Mckinney, TX

A wonderful collection of antique tattered French books discovered in France, representing The Encyclopédie méthodique par ordre des matières ("Methodical Encyclopedia by Order of Su...

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Antique Late 18th Century French Books

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Paper

Antique Engraved Book 'Les Chefs D'Oeuvre de la Gravure', France, 1864
Antique Engraved Book 'Les Chefs D'Oeuvre de la Gravure', France, 1864

Antique Engraved Book 'Les Chefs D'Oeuvre de la Gravure', France, 1864

By Eugene Maxime Vallée

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

O/7821 - interesting French book that I saved from ruin: they are usually dismembered to make prints to sell individually. This one is intact, with its 24 printed plates. Nice to ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Other Books

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Paper

Antique Book Grandeur Des Romains, Montesquieu, French Language, Mid Victorian
Antique Book Grandeur Des Romains, Montesquieu, French Language, Mid Victorian

Antique Book Grandeur Des Romains, Montesquieu, French Language, Mid Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique copy of Grandeur des Romains by Montesquieu. An Anglo-German book printed in French, depicting the rise and fall of the Roman empire, dating to the Victorian perio...

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Antique Mid-19th Century European Victorian Books

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Paper

Small Antique Baedeker's South Eastern France Guide Book, Provence, Travel Maps
Small Antique Baedeker's South Eastern France Guide Book, Provence, Travel Maps

Small Antique Baedeker's South Eastern France Guide Book, Provence, Travel Maps

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is a delightful antique edition of Baedeker's South Eastern France guide book, complete with superb fold-out maps, centre-fold maps and informative text. A bound and intact late...

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Early 20th Century British Late Victorian Books

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Paper

French Victorian Era Bronze Cast on Hand Carved Marble Bases
French Victorian Era Bronze Cast on Hand Carved Marble Bases

French Victorian Era Bronze Cast on Hand Carved Marble Bases

Located in Louisville, KY

The antique French books in two of the provided images are not for sale.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Bookends

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Marble, Bronze

Antique Victorian Leather Photo Album, Embossed Cover, Gilt Edges, 12.2in
Antique Victorian Leather Photo Album, Embossed Cover, Gilt Edges, 12.2in

Antique Victorian Leather Photo Album, Embossed Cover, Gilt Edges, 12.2in

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

Impressive antique Victorian photo album featuring a richly embossed leather cover with architectural and geometric ornamentation. The front cover displays deep relief tooling in a ...

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Antique 19th Century French Victorian Books

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Leather, Paper

19th Century French Photo Album - Leather Binding, Gilt Edges, Brass Clasps
19th Century French Photo Album - Leather Binding, Gilt Edges, Brass Clasps

19th Century French Photo Album - Leather Binding, Gilt Edges, Brass Clasps

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

A beautifully preserved antique photo album, likely of French origin, dating to the second half of the 19th century (attribution preliminary). The album features a richly textured r...

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

1880-1900 Ant. Maitre. Antique Leather Photo Album Gabrielle, 9.1 in
1880-1900 Ant. Maitre. Antique Leather Photo Album Gabrielle, 9.1 in

1880-1900 Ant. Maitre. Antique Leather Photo Album Gabrielle, 9.1 in

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

An elegant and highly collectible antique photograph album, with high probability dating to 1880-1900, attributed to Ant. Maitre (Antoine Maitre), whose stamp appears on the leather ...

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

1865-1885 Antoine Maître French Leather-Bound Family Photo Album with Photos
1865-1885 Antoine Maître French Leather-Bound Family Photo Album with Photos

1865-1885 Antoine Maître French Leather-Bound Family Photo Album with Photos

Located in SANT ADRIÀ DE BESÒS, ES

A remarkable French photographic album dating from the second half of the 19th century, retaining a group of original carte de visite portraits from various photographic studios acro...

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

Aphrodite; Moeurs Antiques by Pierre Louÿs, illustr. by Antoine Calbet -
Aphrodite; Moeurs Antiques by Pierre Louÿs, illustr. by Antoine Calbet -

Aphrodite; Moeurs Antiques by Pierre Louÿs, illustr. by Antoine Calbet -

Located in Middletown, NY

Paris: Rombaldi Éditeur, 1937. Limited Edition. 8vo, 7 5/8 x 5 3/4 (194 x 156 mm). pp: 4, vii, 242. Five color lithographs including the frontispiece. Copies printed on Voiron laid...

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Early 20th Century French Books

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Leather, Wood, Paper

Pelham Galleries Ltd Dealers in Antiques & Works of Art, Catalog First Edition
Pelham Galleries Ltd Dealers in Antiques & Works of Art, Catalog First Edition

Pelham Galleries Ltd Dealers in Antiques & Works of Art, Catalog First Edition

Located in valatie, NY

Pelham Galleries Ltd Dealers in Antiques & Works of Art Established in 1928. First Edition catalog circa 2000 with black pictorial wraps; Unpaginated, profusely illustrated with colo...

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Early 2000s French Books

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Paper

Antique Art Nouveau Photo Album or Book with Brass Stand Up Frame
Antique Art Nouveau Photo Album or Book with Brass Stand Up Frame

Antique Art Nouveau Photo Album or Book with Brass Stand Up Frame

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

This antique standing photo album is unsigned, but presumed to have originated from France and date to approximately 1900 and done in the period Art Nouveau style. The album is compo...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Books

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Brass

"Sothebys 2002 Property from the Estate of Ogden Phipps" Book
"Sothebys 2002 Property from the Estate of Ogden Phipps" Book

"Sothebys 2002 Property from the Estate of Ogden Phipps" Book

Located in valatie, NY

One of the greatest auctions of French antiques. NPT Books a division of N.P. Trent Antiques has a large collection of used and out of print books on art, architecture, decoration an...

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Early 2000s American Books

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Paper

Antique French Nightstand Faux Books
Antique French Nightstand Faux Books

Antique French Nightstand Faux Books

Located in Austin, TX

Elegant French beech nightstand style Louis XV, circa 1900. The door is a faux books trompe l'oeil, one drawer.

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Antique 1890s French Louis XV Night Stands

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Wood, Paper

Antique French Illustrated Book “Mon Ami L’Oiseau Bleu”, c.1900 - 2C43
Antique French Illustrated Book “Mon Ami L’Oiseau Bleu”, c.1900 - 2C43

Antique French Illustrated Book “Mon Ami L’Oiseau Bleu”, c.1900 - 2C43

Located in Bordeaux, FR

This piece is ideal for collectors of antique French books, Art Nouveau decorative objects, or as a refined display item for interiors seeking a poetic, historical touch

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Antique Early 1900s Toys and Dolls

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Paper

Antique French Book La Joie Fait Peur by Mme Émile de Girardin - 2C47
Antique French Book La Joie Fait Peur by Mme Émile de Girardin - 2C47

Antique French Book La Joie Fait Peur by Mme Émile de Girardin - 2C47

Located in Bordeaux, FR

A charming and elegant antique French literary volume featuring La Joie Fait Peur by Mme Émile de Girardin, accompanied by works by Mme de Staël, including Le Capitaine Kernadec and ...

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20th Century Toys and Dolls

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Paper

Antique French circa 1870 Bonheur Du Jour Hardwood Marble Desk Bureau Faux Books
Antique French circa 1870 Bonheur Du Jour Hardwood Marble Desk Bureau Faux Books

Antique French circa 1870 Bonheur Du Jour Hardwood Marble Desk Bureau Faux Books

Located in West Sussex, Pulborough

We are delighted to offer for sale this very rare fully restored circa 1870 hardwood and Parquetry Bonheur Du Jour with marble top surmounted by brass gallery rail, leather top and f...

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Antique 1870s French High Victorian Desks and Writing Tables

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Marble

1980s Pair of Antique Side Tables with Drawer and Front Imitation Books and Bras
1980s Pair of Antique Side Tables with Drawer and Front Imitation Books and Bras

1980s Pair of Antique Side Tables with Drawer and Front Imitation Books and Bras

Located in Marbella, ES

An elegant pair of antique wooden side tables with striking embossed fronts that mimic book spines, lending a classic and highly decorative touch. Each piece features a top drawer wi...

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Late 20th Century French Tables

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Wood

Architectural Models Arms, Armor and Weapons Aviation Objects Books Collectible
Architectural Models Arms, Armor and Weapons Aviation Objects Books Collectible

Architectural Models Arms, Armor and Weapons Aviation Objects Books Collectible

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Antique French cage with singing automaton bird This vintage French songbird mechanical automaton is a beautiful collectible that will add charm to any room. Made in France, it dates...

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Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Toys and Dolls

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Metal

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Collection of 20 Antique French Blue Buffon Books
Collection of 20 Antique French Blue Buffon Books

Collection of 20 Antique French Blue Buffon Books

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H 8.5 in W 5.5 in D 2 in

Collection of 20 Antique French Blue Buffon Books

Located in Round Top, TX

A beautiful set of 20 French blue paper covered Buffon books. These collectable books are volumes that include Buffon's work as a naturalist in early 17th century France. The beaut...

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Paper

18th Century Large French Antique Books with Marbleized Covers
18th Century Large French Antique Books with Marbleized Covers

18th Century Large French Antique Books with Marbleized Covers

Located in London, GB

Fabulous old books - this set of Encyclopia were printed in 1773 on handmade paper and hand printed. The marblized covers are also hand done and are in amazing colours. Shabby condit...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier French Books

Antique Books by the Bundle

Antique Books by the Bundle

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H 9 in W 9 in D 5 in

Antique Books by the Bundle

Located in San Francisco, CA

Bundles of paperback books from Europe tied with string into bundles. Perfect for bookcase accessorizing. Price is per bundle.

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Antique 19th Century French Books

Set of 13 Volumes Antique Leather Books
Set of 13 Volumes Antique Leather Books

Set of 13 Volumes Antique Leather Books

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H 6.75 in W 3 in D 1 in

Set of 13 Volumes Antique Leather Books

Located in Nashville, TN

Set of antique leather books. 13 volumes of Les Vies des Hommes Illustres Par Plutarque.

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Antique Early 1800s French Books

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Leather, Paper

Group of 14 Antique Leather Bound Books, 19th Century
Group of 14 Antique Leather Bound Books, 19th Century

Group of 14 Antique Leather Bound Books, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

Group of 14 Antique Leather Bound Books, 19th Century. Books are in different languages and sizes

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Paper

Group of 12 Antique Leather and Marbled Bound Books, 19th Century
Group of 12 Antique Leather and Marbled Bound Books, 19th Century

Group of 12 Antique Leather and Marbled Bound Books, 19th Century

Located in Savannah, GA

Group of 12 Antique Leather Bound Books, 19th Century. Books are in different languages and sizes

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Paper

Antique Suede Covered French Books
Antique Suede Covered French Books

Antique Suede Covered French Books

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H 7.25 in W 4.75 in

Antique Suede Covered French Books

Located in San Francisco, CA

Lot of 100 beautifully covered French classics books. Unusual paisley printed suede in assorted designs and color.

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Early 20th Century French Books

Antique Decorative Rolled Books

Antique Decorative Rolled Books

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique Rolled Books
$50/each

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Vintage 1940s French Books

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Paper, Cord

Antique Decorative Rolled Books

Antique Decorative Rolled Books

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique Rolled Books
$50/each

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Vintage 1940s French Books

Materials

Paper, Cord

Antique Leather Bound Books Vies de Plutarque
Antique Leather Bound Books Vies de Plutarque

Antique Leather Bound Books Vies de Plutarque

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H 6.5 in W 1.25 in D 4.25 in

Antique Leather Bound Books Vies de Plutarque

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Les vies des Homme illustres de Plutarque / The lives of Illustrious Men of Plutarch - year 1778- Leather binding volumes 1-12. Rare volumes in fair condition, the corners have wear....

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

Pack of 3 Antique Decorative Leather Bound Books
Pack of 3 Antique Decorative Leather Bound Books

Pack of 3 Antique Decorative Leather Bound Books

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique Decorative Books. 3 books per pack.
$125/pack of 3

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Antique 19th Century French Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

Pack of 3 Antique Decorative Leather Bound Books
Pack of 3 Antique Decorative Leather Bound Books

Pack of 3 Antique Decorative Leather Bound Books

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Antique Decorative Books. 3 books per pack.
$125/pack of 3

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Antique 19th Century French Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

Set of 22 Antique Les Grands Écrivains Books
Set of 22 Antique Les Grands Écrivains Books

Set of 22 Antique Les Grands Écrivains Books

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H 6.13 in W 61.25 in D 5.75 in

Set of 22 Antique Les Grands Écrivains Books

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A collection of twenty-two volumes of the works of Moliére and Saint-Simon. This set of books are bound in leather with gold lettering stating the author and respective volume. Writt...

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Antique 19th Century French Other Books

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Paper

Set of 11 French Vellum Books, Circa 1730's
Set of 11 French Vellum Books, Circa 1730's

Set of 11 French Vellum Books, Circa 1730's

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H 6.75 in W 4.5 in D 1.5 in

Set of 11 French Vellum Books, Circa 1730's

Located in Atlanta, GA

This antique set of six books from France, which were published in Amsterdam, retain their original vellum bindings and will make fabulous decorative objects.

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Antique 18th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

19th Century Set of 4 Antique Leather Bound Books Dalloz Jurisprudence
19th Century Set of 4 Antique Leather Bound Books Dalloz Jurisprudence

19th Century Set of 4 Antique Leather Bound Books Dalloz Jurisprudence

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Set of 4 antique leather bound books Dalloz Jurisprudence from 1862 Measures: 6.75"W(All of them together) x 9"D x 10.75"H Coloring is faded black almost has a deep green coloring....

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

Set of 16 French History Books by M. LeCount de Lacépede
Set of 16 French History Books by M. LeCount de Lacépede

Set of 16 French History Books by M. LeCount de Lacépede

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A collection of sixteen French history volumes by M. LeCount de Lacépede.

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Antique 19th Century French Other Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

Set of 10 Books by the French Poet Alfred de Musset
Set of 10 Books by the French Poet Alfred de Musset

Set of 10 Books by the French Poet Alfred de Musset

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H 10.75 in W 18.25 in D 1.75 in

Set of 10 Books by the French Poet Alfred de Musset

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A collection of ten volumes of works by Alfred de Musset. This set of books are bound in leather with gold lettering stating the author, title, and respective volume. Written in 1846...

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Antique 19th Century French Other Books

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Paper

Set of 15 Books on the History of England
Set of 15 Books on the History of England

Set of 15 Books on the History of England

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H 6.25 in W 14 in D 4.75 in

Set of 15 Books on the History of England

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Written in France from 1850, this set details the history of England.

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Antique 19th Century French Other Books

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Fabric, Paper

Set of 8 Leather-Bound Books by A. de Lamartine
Set of 8 Leather-Bound Books by A. de Lamartine

Set of 8 Leather-Bound Books by A. de Lamartine

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

A collection of eight leather bound volumes on the Girondins by French author Alphonse de Lamartine. This set of books have marbled paper front and back covers stamped with gold tool...

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Antique 19th Century French Other Books

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Leather, Paper

Bookshelf or Bookends, Black Forest Owls with Leather Covered Books
Bookshelf or Bookends, Black Forest Owls with Leather Covered Books

Bookshelf or Bookends, Black Forest Owls with Leather Covered Books

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Associated with a series of antique French-language books, with leather covers, all from the same writer: Sir Walter Scott.

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Antique Early 1900s German Black Forest Books

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Walnut

Large Antique French Bound Accounting Journal
Large Antique French Bound Accounting Journal

Large Antique French Bound Accounting Journal

Located in Troy, MI

Available in various sizes, these circa 1900s French accounting journals are decorative and generously sized with rich green bindings. Measurements shown are for the journal shown. P...

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Early 20th Century French Books

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Paper

Antique Design Catalogue, Art Industriel, French, Architecture Folio, Victorian
Antique Design Catalogue, Art Industriel, French, Architecture Folio, Victorian

Antique Design Catalogue, Art Industriel, French, Architecture Folio, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique design catalogue, Art Industriel. A French, soft cover lithography architectural folio, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1840. Established in 1829, Hen...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French Early Victorian Books

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Paper

Antique French Furniture by F. Lewis Hinckley, First Edition
Antique French Furniture by F. Lewis Hinckley, First Edition

Antique French Furniture by F. Lewis Hinckley, First Edition

By F. Lewis Hinckley

Located in valatie, NY

Antique French Furniture by F. Lewis Hinckley. New York: Crown Publishers, Inc., 1967. 1st Ed hardcover with dust jacket. 214 pp.

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Mid-20th Century American Books

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Paper

Large Chromed Antique Bank or Library Book Press from France, 19th Century

Large Chromed Antique Bank or Library Book Press from France, 19th Century

Located in Dallas, TX

The large presses such as this were used in banks or libraries and were used to bind large documents and books which required significant force. This model, with brass accents is fro...

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Brass, Chrome, Iron

Pair of 19th C. French Book Velum Containers
Pair of 19th C. French Book Velum Containers

Pair of 19th C. French Book Velum Containers

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Two containers made from antique velum books. They are triangular in shape, each adorned with a faded golden design against a lighter background. The diamond-shaped central motif, b...

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Antique 19th Century French French Provincial Books

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Parchment Paper

French 19th Century Iron Bookbinding Press
French 19th Century Iron Bookbinding Press

French 19th Century Iron Bookbinding Press

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This antique paper binding press was forged in 19th century France. The classic "Presse a Relier" made of solid iron is almost square in shape with a screw hole to attach it to the t...

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Antique 19th Century French Other Books

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Iron

Antique Travel Book, Baedeker’s Paris and its Environs, Maps, Guide, Victorian
Antique Travel Book, Baedeker’s Paris and its Environs, Maps, Guide, Victorian

Antique Travel Book, Baedeker’s Paris and its Environs, Maps, Guide, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique copy of Baedeker’s Paris and its Environs, a bound and illustrated travel guide book, presented in its intact, original order with only light markings. A superb ex...

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Antique 1890s French Late Victorian Books

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Paper

Pressed Botanicals from a French Monastery School
Pressed Botanicals from a French Monastery School

Pressed Botanicals from a French Monastery School

Located in Highwood, IL

We purchased two huge bookcases from a French Monastery school formed in the late 1800’s that just closed its doors and along with hundreds of mineral specimens and fossils were seve...

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Antique 1890s Gibraltarian Country Books

Antique French Leather Secret Compartment Books Box
Antique French Leather Secret Compartment Books Box

Antique French Leather Secret Compartment Books Box

Located in Dallas, TX

This secret compartment books box is made from four 18th century books that have been stacked on top of each other. The top three books are Latin-French dictionaries entitled Diction...

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Antique 19th Century French Decorative Boxes

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Leather, Paper

A 19th Century Set of Antique Books Bound as a Box
A 19th Century Set of Antique Books Bound as a Box

A 19th Century Set of Antique Books Bound as a Box

Located in Palm Beach, FL

A 19th Century Set of Antique Books Bound as a Leather Box

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Antique 19th Century French Boxes

Materials

Leather, Paper

Antique Display Cabinet
Antique Display Cabinet

Antique Display Cabinet

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H 73 in W 29 in D 15.5 in

Antique Display Cabinet

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Walnut display cabinet. Books are not included.

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Antique 19th Century French Bookcases

Materials

Walnut

Unique 19th C. Carved Figural Lamp with Custom Shade
Unique 19th C. Carved Figural Lamp with Custom Shade

Unique 19th C. Carved Figural Lamp with Custom Shade

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Gorgeous walnut carved 19th century bust mounted on two antique leather books and french wired into a lamp.

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Antique 19th Century Italian Table Lamps

Set of 8 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration
Set of 8 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration

Set of 8 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A set of eight antique French books. These books can beautifully decorate your bookcase or office.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

Set of 14 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration
Set of 14 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration

Set of 14 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A set of 14 antique French books These books can beautifully decorate your bookcase or office.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

Set of 20 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration
Set of 20 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration

Set of 20 Antique French Leather Binding Books for Decoration

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A set of 20 antique French books from the De Maupassant series.

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Early 20th Century French Books

Materials

Leather, Paper

Pair of Antique Books Dating from the 19th Century France
Pair of Antique Books Dating from the 19th Century France

Pair of Antique Books Dating from the 19th Century France

Located in Beuzevillette, FR

Set of antique books dating from the 19th century. From an old protestant library near Le Havre in France.

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Antique Late 19th Century French Books

Materials

Paper

4 Antique 18th & 19th French Hard Back Leather Bound Books Paris France
4 Antique 18th & 19th French Hard Back Leather Bound Books Paris France

4 Antique 18th & 19th French Hard Back Leather Bound Books Paris France

Located in Dayton, OH

"Lot of four 18th and 19th century French language hard cover books / novels, dating from 1768 to 1884. Set includes: - 1768 – Les Characteres de Monsieur de la Bruyere (The Char...

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Antique 19th Century Books

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Paper

Collections of French Antiques Leather Bound Books - Price is per yard -
Collections of French Antiques Leather Bound Books - Price is per yard -

Collections of French Antiques Leather Bound Books - Price is per yard -

Located in Long Island City, NY

"Revue des deux mondes" Mid-19th century to early 20th century. 4 yards available Price is per yard Measures: H 9"5/8 x D 6"5/16 x W approximate 2".

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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Books

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Leather, Paper

2 Antique 18th Century French Leather Books Livres Nouveau Jesus Testament
2 Antique 18th Century French Leather Books Livres Nouveau Jesus Testament

2 Antique 18th Century French Leather Books Livres Nouveau Jesus Testament

Located in Dayton, OH

"Set of two rare 18th century French language leather bound hard cover books, representing portions of the Christian Bible’s Old and New Testaments. - 1713 - Le Nouveau Testament De...

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Antique 1710s Books

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Leather, Paper

18th Century Set of 15 French Leather Bound Books
18th Century Set of 15 French Leather Bound Books

18th Century Set of 15 French Leather Bound Books

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H 7.49 in W 15.75 in D 5.12 in

18th Century Set of 15 French Leather Bound Books

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A rare set of 15 French decorative antique leather-bound library books.

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Antique 18th Century French Baroque Books

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Leather, Paper

Set of 18th Century French Leather Bound Books, Les Vies Des Saints, 1715
Set of 18th Century French Leather Bound Books, Les Vies Des Saints, 1715

Set of 18th Century French Leather Bound Books, Les Vies Des Saints, 1715

By Adrien Baillet

Located in Dallas, TX

The early 18th century typeface is embellished by some beautiful drawings throughout all books. These rare large scale antique French leather books will be a wonderful addition to an...

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Antique Early 18th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

French Antique Youth Library Book Bibliotheque Jeunesse Chretienne
French Antique Youth Library Book Bibliotheque Jeunesse Chretienne

French Antique Youth Library Book Bibliotheque Jeunesse Chretienne

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Library of Christian youth approved by Mgr. the Archbishop of Tours French Antique Youth Library Book Bibliotheque Jeunesse Chretienne. 1925, antique Very beautiful French book, illu...

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Vintage 1920s French French Provincial Books

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Paper

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Book Press
Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Book Press

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Book Press

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H 18.9 in W 14.57 in D 12.6 in

Antique 19th Century French Cast Iron Book Press

Located in London, GB

Antique 19th century French cast iron book press French, 19th century Dimensions: Height 48cm, width 37cm, depth 32cm Crafted from strong cast iron, this beautiful piece is a bo...

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Iron

French Antique Parchment Book, Dictionary Dated 1769
French Antique Parchment Book, Dictionary Dated 1769

French Antique Parchment Book, Dictionary Dated 1769

Located in Haddonfield, NJ

A large dated 1769 parchment paper dictionary book. Printed in 18th century Paris, France. "DICTIONNAIRE de la LANGUE FRANCOISE ancien et moderne".

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Antique 1760s French Baroque Books

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Paper

Antique French Cast Iron Book Binding Press, Circa 1900
Antique French Cast Iron Book Binding Press, Circa 1900

Antique French Cast Iron Book Binding Press, Circa 1900

Located in Dallas, TX

This cast iron piece, known as a book press, was originally used in banks or libraries used to bind documents and books with significant force. This model, from France, dates to the ...

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Antique Early 1900s French Books

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Iron

Antique World Atlas, French Language, Cartography, Reference Book, Victorian
Antique World Atlas, French Language, Cartography, Reference Book, Victorian

Antique World Atlas, French Language, Cartography, Reference Book, Victorian

Located in Hele, Devon, GB

This is an antique world atlas, the Atlas Classique de Geographie Moderne, Moyen-Age et Anciennce. A French language, folio bound cartography reference book, dating to the Victorian ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Books

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Paper

Set of Fine Antique Leather Bindings for Decoration, French, C.1790
Set of Fine Antique Leather Bindings for Decoration, French, C.1790

Set of Fine Antique Leather Bindings for Decoration, French, C.1790

Located in St Annes, Lancashire

Great set of leather bindings for decoration Gilt tooled Greek travel interest The measurement below relates to the 7 books.

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Antique 1790s French Louis XVI Books

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Paper, Leather

Antique French Clarisse Harlowe Paper Back Volumes by Samuel Richardson
Antique French Clarisse Harlowe Paper Back Volumes by Samuel Richardson

Antique French Clarisse Harlowe Paper Back Volumes by Samuel Richardson

Located in Old Town Orange, CA

Set of 5 antique French Clarisse Harlowe paper back volumes by Samuel Richardson Author Samuel Richardson Country England Release date 1748 Volumes 3,4,5,9,12 We loved the bea...

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Antique 18th Century European Books

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Paper

3 Volume Antique 1849 Leather Book Set the French Revolutions Redhead
3 Volume Antique 1849 Leather Book Set the French Revolutions Redhead

3 Volume Antique 1849 Leather Book Set the French Revolutions Redhead

Located in Dayton, OH

"Three volume set of mid 19th century hard cover books featuring marbled boards / page edges and leather spines. - 1848 / 1849 – The French Revolutions from 1789 to 1849 – by T.W. R...

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Antique 1840s Victorian Books

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Leather, Paper

19c Antique Roman Song Book
19c Antique Roman Song Book

19c Antique Roman Song Book

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H 17.75 in W 12 in D 4.25 in

19c Antique Roman Song Book

Located in New Orleans, LA

Tara Shaw Antiques - Beautiful large antique leather and iron covered song book. "Gradual Romain Conforme Au Missel" Printed Paris, France.The Gradual is a Catholic liturgical book w...

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Antique 19th Century French Books

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Leather, Paper

Antique 1885 Lockable Velvet Cut Steel Carnet de Bal Notebook Purse Initials A B
Antique 1885 Lockable Velvet Cut Steel Carnet de Bal Notebook Purse Initials A B

Antique 1885 Lockable Velvet Cut Steel Carnet de Bal Notebook Purse Initials A B

Located in Munich, DE

This magnificent small velvet Notebook/ purse has been used as a carnet de bal, a dance card holder. It is decorated with elegant gold embossed Initials and scroll ornaments. The vi...

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Antique 1880s French Victorian Books

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Steel

Late 19th Century French Book Stand Rack Made of Rosewood
Late 19th Century French Book Stand Rack Made of Rosewood

Late 19th Century French Book Stand Rack Made of Rosewood

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

Beautiful antique book stand. The stand is adjustable in 9 positions. The base is made of oak and veneered with rosewood. The sides have beautiful inlaid piping with curved shapes. T...

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Antique 1880s German Biedermeier Books

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Wood

English 19th Century Mahogany Folding Bookstand
English 19th Century Mahogany Folding Bookstand

English 19th Century Mahogany Folding Bookstand

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H 17.75 in W 16 in D 13.25 in

English 19th Century Mahogany Folding Bookstand

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

Wonderful bookstand that folds flat with adjustable levels for the best angle. Great for books and could also work great to display art. 1800's The stand is only 2 7/8"H when folded...

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Antique 19th Century English French Provincial Books

Little 19th Century Notebook with Pencil
Little 19th Century Notebook with Pencil

Little 19th Century Notebook with Pencil

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H 3.94 in W 2.76 in D 0.79 in

Little 19th Century Notebook with Pencil

Located in Casteren, Noord-Brabant

A small antique notebook. At the front cover is a hand painted medallion depicting the Palais Bourse building, the Paris stock exchange. Surrounded with foliage of tin and copper inl...

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Antique 1880s French Napoleon III Books

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Fabric, Paper

Pair of French Antique Faux Books Bedside Tables
Pair of French Antique Faux Books Bedside Tables

Pair of French Antique Faux Books Bedside Tables

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H 32.49 in W 21.07 in D 12.6 in

Pair of French Antique Faux Books Bedside Tables

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A superb matching pair of moulded and sculpted wood bedside cabinets. Each has a shaped and polished top, with a slim and intricately decorated trinket drawer below. Fluted supports ...

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Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XVI Night Stands

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Wood, Leather

Set of Six Antique Faux Books, France, c. 19th Century
Set of Six Antique Faux Books, France, c. 19th Century

Set of Six Antique Faux Books, France, c. 19th Century

Located in Napa, CA

Colorful set of antique faux books, circa 1850's. Separate book boxes; the lids lift off each one for vertical storage of treasures or documents in office, library, or curiosity ...

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Antique 19th Century French Boxes

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Wood, Paper

18th Century Antique French Concealed Liqueur Service in Faux Books
18th Century Antique French Concealed Liqueur Service in Faux Books

18th Century Antique French Concealed Liqueur Service in Faux Books

Located in Fayetteville, AR

This 18th century decorative box hides a hand-painted gilt liqueur set inside hollowed leather-bound books. A delightful desk or bar accessory for historical and liquor enthusiasts, ...

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Antique 18th Century and Earlier European Desk Accessories

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New Shipment of over 200 Leather Bound Books in English, Photo's Are of Sets
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New shipment of over 200 leather bound books in English, photo's are of sets. Preconditioned as we fully condition all of our books before they go out. Also have an extensive collect...

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Antique French Books For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of antique French books available for sale. Each of these unique antique French books was constructed with extraordinary care, often using paper, animal skin and leather. Antique French books have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Antique French books are generally popular furniture pieces, but Baroque, Louis XV and Victorian styles are often sought at 1stDibs. F. Lewis Hinckley produced beautiful antique French books that are worth considering.

Finding the Right Books for You

Antique and vintage books add a sense of culture and style to any room. Displaying these types of books in your living room or reading nook can warm a space with a distinguished feel.

Several factors make antique books highly desirable. Original jackets, ornate binding, illustrations and quality of the print all contribute to making a vintage book special. Rare books are of great interest to collectors in the know and can command high prices at auction. In 2021, an important early artist book by Andy Warhol sold at auction for more than $106,000. Somewhere between all the commercial work he did as an ambitious young graphic designer in the early 1950s and his first real debut as a Pop artist a decade later, Warhol produced a trove of incredibly charming drawings. His illustrated self-published artist books from the 1950s are very rare.

Many collectors seek the first edition of certain books. Fewer copies of a book and higher demand make it a rare find. A book that contains the author’s signature also makes it much more prized than other examples of the same title.

Collectors and designers decorate rooms with vintage books for a cozy feeling in a home. Coffee-table books, such as those featuring photography and design, serve as conversation pieces or offer a relaxing moment when leafed through.

Interior designers look for vintage books when they want to add color or detail. For instance, leather-bound books can create a scholarly air while mid-century titles offer a modern edge. Vintage international books or first editions can provide a sense of history.

No matter the genre, there is a book for you. You can find rare, one-of-a-kind antique books on 1stDibs. Browse by authors, like celebrated architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright and Edgar Rice Burroughs, as well as by period, including mid-century modern, Art Deco and Victorian.

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