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43 - [BIBLIOPHILIA - ROTHSCHILD] PICOT, Émile. Catalog of the Books in the Library of the Late Baron James de Rothschild.

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€400 - 600

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27%

[BIBLIOPHILIA - ROTHSCHILD] PICOT, Émile. Catalog of the Books in the Library of the Late Baron James de Rothschild. First edition on Dutch laid paper of this extensive catalog of the library of James de Rothschild (1844–1881), compiled by his friend Émile Picot. Fine, matching bindings. Paris, Damascène Morgand, 1884–1920. 5 large and sturdy in-8 volumes (180 x 255 mm), each bound in cherry-colored half-maroquin with corners edged in gold, ribbed spine, gilt title and volume number, date at the foot, gilt head, covers preserved, untrimmed. The first three volumes are signed “F. Randeynes, successor to Garidel.” Approximately 700 pages per volume; 1 portrait of James de Rothschild in Volume 1; several black-and-white and color plates, some of which are fold-outs; numerous reproductions within the text. Titles printed in black and red, adorned with a vignette featuring the coat of arms of Baron James de Rothschild. Minimal scuffing, very rare foxing, and a few browned pages. First edition of this extensive catalog of James de Rothschild’s (1844–1881) library, compiled by his close friend Émile Picot (1844–1918), featuring over 3,000 entries for books and manuscripts from the 15th to the 18th century, with a comprehensive general alphabetical index in Volume 5. It is illustrated with a portrait of James de Rothschild on Japanese paper, several plates—some in color—and numerous reproductions within the text. Limited edition of 400 numbered copies on Dutch laid paper (No. 63). A very fine copy, complete in 5 volumes.

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Rare and valuable books from the 16th to the 20th centuries (manuscripts, curiosities, Art Deco-illustrated books, the André Maurois collection, etc.).
Monday, November 16
02:00 PM
82, rue Bonaparte
75006 Paris, France

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