Georges d'Esparbès - L’Épopée Française — Cartonnage d'editeur - 1925

Historical and military illustrated work from the early 20th century in its original publisher’s card binding. ** Presentation : Charming copy of L'Épopée Française written by Georges d'Esparbès, illustrated with numerous drawings and watercolors hors-texte by René Giffey (notably the color plate The Capture of Cahors). The work retraces the great moments of French military history, from the monarchy to the Conquest of Algeria, including the Revolution and the Empire. ** Technical specifications : - Binding: Gray-blue percaline cloth binding by the publisher Delagrave. Magnificent front cover and spine decorated with special gilt and polychrome tooling (revolutionary soldier, flags, republican and heraldic symbols). Speckled edges. - Dimensions: In-8° (approximately 20 x 28 cm) - Edition: 5th edition (1925). ** Condition : - Boards and spine: Very good overall visual condition of the exterior binding. Colors and gilding still lively. Minor wear at corners and at the laces. - Interior: Period paper preserved with foxing and small scattered damp stains (see photos). Text and illustrations well legible. Fast and careful shipping.

Estimate:£126.92

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