(Anonymous). ABEN MUSLU OR THE TRUE FRIENDS. Turkish history containing an interesting detail of the intrigues of the Seraglio, during the reign of Ibrahim, and the true causes of his death. Paris, Prault, 1737. 2 parts of [8]-189 and [4]-226-[7]-1bl. pages, marbled calf, spine decorated, red tr. Only edition of the adventures of a Muslim hero in love with a Christian woman and who turns against his native country. Also included in this account are the coronation of Mohammed IV, the reasons for the war of Candia and the memorable siege of that city. Covers worn, one corner dulled, marginal rings on a few leaves. Not in Barbier. (Gay I, 6).

Composed of several subsidiaries, the Drouot Group is a major player in the art market. Hôtel Drouot, located in the heart of Paris, has been the world's largest public auction center since 1852. 15 salerooms are available to more than 70 auction houses. The emulation generated by an annual offer of 230,000 artworks from 21 major specialities - from Antiquity to street art - attracts some 3,000 visitors every day. The Group's digital platform, Drouot.com, offers digital sales - Live auctions (live broadcasting and participation in auctions), Online-only auctions (dematerialised auctions) and Buy Now sales (sales of lots at fixed prices). Nearly 2 million items are offered annually by 600 auction houses. Auction news is reported every week in La Gazette Drouot, the leading weekly magazine for the art market and culture published by Auctionspress.