Book Voyage of the Young Anacharsis in Greece 1820 Barthélemy Paris volume II

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Description

This antique book shows the title page of "Voyage du jeune Anacharsis en Grèce, vers le milieu du quatrième siècle avant l’ère vulgaire" (Journey of the Young Anacharsis in Greece, in the middle of the fourth century before the common era), written by J. J. Barthélemy. This is the second volume, published in Paris by Théodore Dabo in 1820, as indicated by the inscription at the bottom of the page. The visible page features clear black print on aged-looking paper, typical of early 19th-century prints. In the center, a round engraving depicts two male profiles, surrounded by the words "Stéréotype" and "Hurt Soard."

The typography of the title page is elegant, with large capitals for the main title and finer text for subtitles and publication information. The paper shows signs of aging, with crease marks, an uneven cream tint, and a slightly crumpled left edge. The lower left corner also shows visible wear, characteristic of period works handled over several generations.

The publication information is perfectly legible: "Paris, Chez Théodore Dabo, A la Librairie Stéréotype, rue Hautefeuille. 1820." This edition, explicitly dated, reflects stereotypic manufacturing, a common process during this period for text reproduction. The author's name, J. J. Barthélemy, is prominently displayed, enhancing the bibliographic value of the work.

The book features an engraved medallion illustration, typical of scholarly 19th-century editions, which adds a decorative aspect to the title page. No cover or spine is visible in this image; only the inner title page is shown. No other text or illustration is apparent in this view.

The visible flyleaf on the left suggests a bound volume, but without observable cover or spine elements in this photo. The paper has retained a matte, slightly wavy texture, with some foxing and moisture marks, common in books from this era.

Condition

Used book, sold as is. Shows visible signs of wear: folds, paper yellowing, blunted corners, and moisture marks.

Did you know? J. J. Barthélemy (1716-1795) was a French scholar and numismatist whose "Voyage du jeune Anacharsis en Grèce" profoundly influenced historical and pedagogical literature of the 19th century. The work, first published in 1788, underwent numerous re-editions and contributed to popularizing knowledge of ancient Greece among the general European public.

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