Comte Roselly de Lorgues - Christophe Colomb - 1878
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Christophe Colomb by Comte Roselly de Lorgues, an illustrated French hardback deluxe edition published in 1879 (printed 1878) in Paris and Brussels, 580 pages, 29 x 21 cm, in very good antiquarian condition with chromolithographic plates and gilt-edged text block.
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Christophe Colomb – Le Comte Roselly de Lorgues (1878/1879) – Deluxe Illustrated Edition
Magnificent and rare deluxe nineteenth-century edition of "Christophe Colomb" by the esteemed French historian and biographer Comte Roselly de Lorgues.
Published in Paris by the Société Générale de Librairie Catholique (Victor Palmé) and in Brussels by Joseph Albanel, with the printing completed on November 22, 1878 (bearing the title page date of MDCCCLXXIX / 1879).
This monumental work is celebrated for its lavish artistic production. Every single page is meticulously framed within ornate, varied historiated borders featuring scenes, landscapes, marines, portraits, and maps. Furthermore, the volume includes stunning chromolithographic plates printed separately, enhancing its status as a true collector's masterpiece.
Author: Comte Roselly de Lorgues
Title: Christophe Colomb
Publisher: Société Générale de Librairie Catholique (Paris) / Joseph Albanel (Brussels)
Printer: Émile Martinet (Paris, completed November 22, 1878)
Publication Year: 1879 (MDCCCLXXIX)
Language: French
Binding: Publisher’s deluxe full red percaline (cloth) binding, exquisitely embossed and stamped with 29elaborate gilt decorations and lettering on the spine and front board, complemented by all edges gilt (gilt-edged text block). Endpapers feature a sophisticated patterned design.
Condition:
Very good antiquarian condition. The publisher's gilt-embossed binding remains robust, vibrant, and visually striking, showing only minor, expected shelf wear commensurate with age (light rubbing at the extremities). The text block is firm and clean, with crisp pages and well-preserved borders and chromolithographs. A refined ex-libris stamp/label ("Livraria de J. G. Mazziotti Salema Garção") is neatly placed on the front pastedown, adding a touch of historical provenance.
Dimension: 29x21cm
Pages: 580
Seller's Story
PORTUSCALLE NUMISMÁTICA is a company in Portugal specializing in the sale of historical coins, as well as historical documents, vintage toys, and musical memorabilia.
We have a strong online presence and a large and enthusiastic customer base that extends far beyond the borders of Europe.
Through our experience, we are able to guarantee a high-quality and authentic offering in all the products we present for sale.
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Translated by Google TranslateChristophe Colomb – Le Comte Roselly de Lorgues (1878/1879) – Deluxe Illustrated Edition
Magnificent and rare deluxe nineteenth-century edition of "Christophe Colomb" by the esteemed French historian and biographer Comte Roselly de Lorgues.
Published in Paris by the Société Générale de Librairie Catholique (Victor Palmé) and in Brussels by Joseph Albanel, with the printing completed on November 22, 1878 (bearing the title page date of MDCCCLXXIX / 1879).
This monumental work is celebrated for its lavish artistic production. Every single page is meticulously framed within ornate, varied historiated borders featuring scenes, landscapes, marines, portraits, and maps. Furthermore, the volume includes stunning chromolithographic plates printed separately, enhancing its status as a true collector's masterpiece.
Author: Comte Roselly de Lorgues
Title: Christophe Colomb
Publisher: Société Générale de Librairie Catholique (Paris) / Joseph Albanel (Brussels)
Printer: Émile Martinet (Paris, completed November 22, 1878)
Publication Year: 1879 (MDCCCLXXIX)
Language: French
Binding: Publisher’s deluxe full red percaline (cloth) binding, exquisitely embossed and stamped with 29elaborate gilt decorations and lettering on the spine and front board, complemented by all edges gilt (gilt-edged text block). Endpapers feature a sophisticated patterned design.
Condition:
Very good antiquarian condition. The publisher's gilt-embossed binding remains robust, vibrant, and visually striking, showing only minor, expected shelf wear commensurate with age (light rubbing at the extremities). The text block is firm and clean, with crisp pages and well-preserved borders and chromolithographs. A refined ex-libris stamp/label ("Livraria de J. G. Mazziotti Salema Garção") is neatly placed on the front pastedown, adding a touch of historical provenance.
Dimension: 29x21cm
Pages: 580
Seller's Story
PORTUSCALLE NUMISMÁTICA is a company in Portugal specializing in the sale of historical coins, as well as historical documents, vintage toys, and musical memorabilia.
We have a strong online presence and a large and enthusiastic customer base that extends far beyond the borders of Europe.
Through our experience, we are able to guarantee a high-quality and authentic offering in all the products we present for sale.
__________
Shipping Notice
Please note that we do not offer combined shipping. Each item purchased will be shipped individually, with separate shipping costs applied to each order.
This policy allows us to ensure careful handling and faster, safer delivery of every piece.
We appreciate your understanding and remain at your disposal for any further clarification
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Number of books
1
Subject
Illustrated
Book title
Christophe Colomb
Author/ Illustrator
Comte Roselly de Lorgues
Condition
Very good
Publication year oldest item
1878
Height
29 cm
Edition
Illustrated Edition
Width
21 cm
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Société Générale de Librairie Catholique (Paris) / Joseph Albanel (Brussels)
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
580
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