Description
Dreux du Radier, (Jean-Francois).
L'Europe illustre.
Vol. 2 (of 6).
Paris, Odieuvre and Le Breton; 1755
Size 7 by 10"
With 103 engraved portraits
containing the abridged history of sovereigns, princes, prelates, ministers, great captains, magistrates, scholars, artists, and famous ladies in Europe from 15th century, up to 1750s
First edition of the portrait work, which is interesting from the point of view of costume history
Original full leather, spine with raised bands, decorated in gilt, with red morocco title label
Wide margins
Some wear of binding, excellent interior
Text in French
- Brunet II, 636; Cioranescu 25383; Cohen/R. 325f.; Ebert 6403; Graesse II, 434; Lipperh. Ca 1; not in Colas. -
Reserve: $330.00
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L'Europe illustre.
Vol. 2 (of 6).
Paris, Odieuvre and Le Breton; 1755
Size 7 by 10"
With 103 engraved portraits
containing the abridged history of sovereigns, princes, prelates, ministers, great captains, magistrates, scholars, artists, and famous ladies in Europe from 15th century, up to 1750s
First edition of the portrait work, which is interesting from the point of view of costume history
Original full leather, spine with raised bands, decorated in gilt, with red morocco title label
Wide margins
Some wear of binding, excellent interior
Text in French
- Brunet II, 636; Cioranescu 25383; Cohen/R. 325f.; Ebert 6403; Graesse II, 434; Lipperh. Ca 1; not in Colas. -
Reserve: $330.00
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
Buyer's Premium
20%
1755 EUROPE ILLUSTARTED w/ 105 ENGRAVINGS antique L'Europe illustre Vol. II
Estimate $400-$500
Starting Price
$160
Ink of Ages: 15th-19th Century Antique Books
Aug 4, 2026, 6:00 PM EDTNew York, NY, United States
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