Lot 14 - Two stunning antique French religious texts: including
'L'Imitation de Jesus-Christ' by Felicite de Lamennais (b.1782 - 1854), published by Mame & Son; Paris, France, circa late 19th century with date on spine for 19 Mars (March) 1905; and a copy of 'Missel de Notre-Dame de France (Missal of Our Lady of France)', published by the Societie d'Editions Catholiques; Paris, France, c. 1888

Both in beautiful 'LZ' Paris leatherette boxes and with stunning Gustave Dore illustrations, 'LImitation' in very good antique condition with some minor wear to box, 'Missel' in okay condition with hole to spine binding, loosening of binding cover to spine and small tear, some foxing, minor wear to silk endboards, box with staining and wear and hinge broken

Each box approx.:

Auction 1228 - Antiques, Vintage & Collectables Section 3 | 25 April 2023, (Tuesday 06:00 PM)

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Two stunning antique French religious texts: including
'L'Imitation de Jesus-Christ' by Felicite de Lamennais (b.1782 - 1854), published by Mame & Son; Paris, France, circa late 19th century with date on spine for 19 Mars (March) 1905; and a copy of 'Missel de Notre-Dame de France (Missal of Our Lady of France)', published by the Societie d'Editions Catholiques; Paris, France, c. 1888

Both in beautiful 'LZ' Paris leatherette boxes and with stunning Gustave Dore illustrations, 'LImitation' in very good antique condition with some minor wear to box, 'Missel' in okay condition with hole to spine binding, loosening of binding cover to spine and small tear, some foxing, minor wear to silk endboards, box with staining and wear and hinge broken

Each box approx.:

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