An assorted group of 19th century historical volumes, including titles from the French history series by M. Anquetil, published in the early 19th century, along with a French-language volume on the history of painting in Italy by J. Coindet, among others. Each book features distinctive period bindings with gilt-decorated leather spines, in assorted sizes. Shows loss and discoloration to paper and edges, natural imperfections inherent to antique cut pages, and wear to bindings, spines, and covers. Overall condition is consistent with age and use.