DESCARTES (René). The Principles of Philosophy. Translated i - Lot 59

DESCARTES (René). The Principles of Philosophy. Translated into French by one of his friends. Rouen, Jean-Baptiste Besongne, 1698. In-12, speckled sheepskin, decorated spine, edges speckled with red (contemporary binding). New edition of Abbé Picot’s translation of one of Descartes’ major works, the original French version of which was published in 1647. One plate between pp. 118–119. Old inventory stamp with a handwritten call number at the top of the title page. Stamp nearly erased at the end. A few quires slightly foxed. Binding worn (corners and caps damaged).

Estimate:£171.59

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