ID 474348
Lot 129 | DORE, Gustave (1832-1883) - Histoire de la Russie. Paris: J. Bry, 1854.
Estimate value
€ 100 – 200
First edition of this work containing about 500 illustrations by Gustave Doré, among the first composed by the famous illustrator and one of the more ironics; it is a sarcastic and highly sought-after leaflet directed against Russia during the Crimean War.
Folio (291 x 198mm). Numerous illustrations (some foxing and light dampstaining). Red morocco on marbled paper plates with gilt spine, original wrappers preserved.
| Auction house category: | Books, manuscripts and engravings |
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| Auction house category: | Books, manuscripts and engravings |
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