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CHAPTAL (Jean Antoine). Chimie appliquée aux arts. Paris Deterville, 1807. 4 volumes in-8, brown half calf with small corners, ornate spine, fawn and black parts (Period binding). Duveen, p. 130, in French in the text, n°213. First edition of one of the first works on chemical industry based on the new principles of chemistry. Chaptal, who dedicated it to Napoleon, discusses in detail the applications of chemistry to industry, as well as the problem of industrial activities. 12 fold-out plates illustrate the work. Five damaged headpieces and several open corners, some foxing.

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CHAPTAL (Jean Antoine). Chimie appliquée aux arts. Paris Deterville, 1807. 4 volumes in-8, brown half calf with small corners, ornate spine, fawn and black parts (Period binding). Duveen, p. 130, in French in the text, n°213. First edition of one of the first works on chemical industry based on the new principles of chemistry. Chaptal, who dedicated it to Napoleon, discusses in detail the applications of chemistry to industry, as well as the problem of industrial activities. 12 fold-out plates illustrate the work. Five damaged headpieces and several open corners, some foxing.

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