A.-E. André - A Travers le Nord-Est - 1910

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Hardcover illustrated edition of A Travers le Nord-Est by A.-E. André, original French-language publication by Librairie d'Education Nationale, 501 pages with about 250 engravings, published in 1910, in poor condition.

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Magnificent encyclopedic work from the early 20th century, designed as a comprehensive guide to Northeast Europe for schoolchildren. A genuine historical record, richly documented.

Format: Impressive in-folio volume (large format).

Content: 501 pages dealing with monuments, history, politics, and art.

Illustrations: about 250 engravings and period illustrations.

Binding: Superb publisher's cloth binding in red cloth. The covers and the spine are richly adorned with colorful illustrations and gold titles/ornaments.

Finishes: light blue guards and golden edges.

Binding & Cover: Overall good condition; the work has retained beautiful colors and a solid structure.

Defects to note: Wear from use at the ends (caps and corners).
Some areas with missing gilding.
Slight damp stains on the upper part of the spine causing a slight darkening.
Some scattered stains and discolorations (see photos).

A beautiful collectible item or decorative piece for an antique library.

Magnificent encyclopedic work from the early 20th century, designed as a comprehensive guide to Northeast Europe for schoolchildren. A genuine historical record, richly documented.

Format: Impressive in-folio volume (large format).

Content: 501 pages dealing with monuments, history, politics, and art.

Illustrations: about 250 engravings and period illustrations.

Binding: Superb publisher's cloth binding in red cloth. The covers and the spine are richly adorned with colorful illustrations and gold titles/ornaments.

Finishes: light blue guards and golden edges.

Binding & Cover: Overall good condition; the work has retained beautiful colors and a solid structure.

Defects to note: Wear from use at the ends (caps and corners).
Some areas with missing gilding.
Slight damp stains on the upper part of the spine causing a slight darkening.
Some scattered stains and discolorations (see photos).

A beautiful collectible item or decorative piece for an antique library.

Details

Number of Books
1
Subject
Geography, History, Travels
Book Title
A Travers le Nord-Est
Author/ Illustrator
A.-E. André
Condition
Poor
Publication year oldest item
1910
Edition
Illustrated Edition
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Librairie d'Education Nationale
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
501
Sold by
France
2
Objects sold
Private

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