To modify your purchase order,
contact the auction house.
11 - [America] SOLIS (Antoine de). History of the Conquest of Mexico, or New Spain, by Hernán Cortés. Paris, Compagnie des Libraires, 1730. 2 in-12 volumes, contemporary sheepskin, decorated raised-band spine. Cap bands damaged, leather missing in places, scuffing.
The reserve price is the minimum price accepted by the seller. Bidders cannot see this price. To win an item, you must place the highest bid and meet or exceed the reserve price.
Registrations are closed for this sale. You cannot place a bid.
The converted amounts are provided for informational purposes only. Only the currency determined for the sale by the auction house is binding. You can select a different currency by going to the "Preferences" page in your profile.
Fees including the auction house's fees and the platform's fees. For further details, please refer to the auction house's General Terms and Conditions of Sale.
Estimation
€50 - 80Sale fees
[America] SOLIS (Antoine de). History of the Conquest of Mexico, or New Spain, by Hernán Cortés. Paris, Compagnie des Libraires, 1730. 2 in-12 volumes, contemporary sheepskin, decorated raised-band spine. Cap bands damaged, leather missing in places, scuffing. Illustrated edition featuring 2 fold-out maps (the Gulf of Mexico and the area around Lake Mexico) and 11 (of 12) engraved plates, 10 of which are folded, depicting views of cities, temples, battles, and scenes related to the conquest. The first edition of this work by Antonio de Solís (1610–1686), historiographer of the Indies to the Spanish Crown, was printed in Madrid in 1684.
Auction details
Sale of antique and modern booksAuction house
Richard Maison de ventes +33 4 28 39 00 20 moulins@richardmdv.comDelivery is optional. You can use the carrier of your choice. The stated price does not include the lot price or the auction house fees.