M. Pol Potier de Courcy - Histoire généalogique et chronologique de la Maison Royale de France - 1884-1895

A fascinating illustrated edition of this vast project of historical and genealogical compilation devoted to the ruling families and the great lineages of the former French monarchy -

This reference work brings together filiations, marital alliances, titles, offices and biographical notes allowing one to trace the links between the princely houses and the noble families of the kingdom -

In this ninth volume, the documentary interest notably centers on the continuation of the genealogies established by Father Anselme, as well as on the knights, commanders and officers of the Order of the Holy Spirit, a prestigious distinction of the French monarchy -

Mr. Pol Potier de Courcy - Histoire généalogique et chronologique de la Maison Royale de France - 1884/1895 - Tome IX - Firmin-Didot et Cie -
VII pp., [1 p.], 1037 pp., [3 pp.],

Good binding condition, the volume in its original half brown morocco, marbled boards, wear from use, a few minor defects on the cover, speckled edges, spine with raised bands ornamented, titling and the author’s name gilt on morocco panels -

Good interior condition, light browning, title page printed in red and black and adorned with a beautiful vignette, text clean framed by a black rule, work enriched with numerous depictions of coats of arms in the text, beautiful initial, marbled flyleaves in good condition, a pleas­ing copy -

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