205. "History of the Ottoman Empire, causes of its development and decadence", by Dimitrie Cantemir, French, 2 volumes, Paris, 1743, period binding

Selling price

EUR 4.440

Session

Tue, 25 March 2025 18:00

The French edition of the famous work of the humanist ruler Dimitrie Cantemir followed the English and German editions. Text on two columns, with the preservation of a stamped ex-libris, unidentified, probably personal, on the title page. The binding is original, period, made of cardboard clad in leather. The spine of the two volumes shows signs of wear over time. The interior is well-preserved.

Dimensions

width 20.5 cm, height 26 cm

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For clarifications regarding the bidding procedure, hammer price costs, guarantee, payment, and collection terms for the winning lot, we recommend carefully reading/re-reading the Bidding Regulations.

For additional information regarding the lot and the auction, please contact the Art Consultants Department.

Similar lots