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Histoire De Russie Published 1797 with 36 Engraved Plates by E.A. David

$975
£753.36
€870.95
CA$1,377.75
A$1,545.23
CHF 809.21
MX$18,776.09
NOK 10,275.67
SEK 9,742.06
DKK 6,501.20

About the Item

The History of Russia in 2 volumes published 1797, in French. A lovely 2 volume first edition titled "Histoire de Russie" by Blin de Sainmore, French poet, playwright and historian ( full name: Adrien-Michel-Hyacinthe Blin de Sainmore 1733-1807) with 18 dramatic historical engravings in each volume engraved by F.A. David (1741-1824) a well-known artist and engraver. Bound in boards with gilt tooled leather spines and front corners. The 36 superb engravings depict various imagined rendering of historical moments in the long and sad history of the Russian empire. Contents are bright and fresh.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.75 in (24.77 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1797
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Edges bumped, some wear to covers appropriate to age. Internally clean with minor foxing. Plates in very good condition with tissue guards.
  • Seller Location:
    San Francisco, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C1021-481stDibs: LU855245114642

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