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Binding Fine- Simier R. du Roi Francois Ier et La Renaissance 1515-1547. Four Volumes

1845 · 008064 — Paris: Librairie d'Amyot 1845. Book. Near Fine. Hardcover. First Edition. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. SCARCE biography of King Francis I of France 1494-1547 who ruled 1515 until his death in 1547. Four volumes bound in contemporary midnight polished calf gilt rules and decorations rules in blind marbled end papers and edges silk markers Vol. I with the stamp of Simier R. du Roi front end page and in gilt at tail that of René Simier 1772-1843 one of the best French binders of the nineteenth century and binder to the King. Near Fine widely scattered toning boards lightly rubbed a quite distinguished set. A heavy set please be advised added shipping charges will be requested for international orders. Librairie d'Amyot Hardcover