Lot of 2 antique books History of France La Rousse green red vintage retro

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Description

This lot consists of two bound volumes of the work "Histoire de France" (History of France), published by La Rousse, as shown in the photo. Both books feature a dark green faux leather hardcover with gold inlays, including an imperial eagle carefully stamped in gilt on each spine. The spines also feature red plates with the title "Histoire de France" and gold subtitles corresponding to the period covered: "Monarchie constitutionnelle, second empire, 1815-1870" (Constitutional Monarchy, Second Empire, 1815-1870) for one, and "La Révolution et l’Empire, 1789-1815" (The Revolution and the Empire, 1789-1815) for the other.

The books are elongated in format, with a visible off-white top edge. The titles and historical periods are clearly printed in gold on a red background, adding an elegant and distinctive touch to the set. The publisher's name "LA ROUSSE" also appears in gold at the base of the spine of each volume. The bindings appear robust and well-preserved, with sharp corners and no visible distortion.

The overall presentation evokes a classic and refined style, typical of prestigious 20th-century editions, although the vintage aspect is reinforced by the subtle patina of the faux leather and the use of gilding. No major defects are visible on the exposed face: no notable scratches or apparent stains on the covers or spines.

The vertical arrangement in the photo allows for observation of the beautiful uniformity of the bindings and the quality of the inscription printing. The page edges appear clean, without excessive yellowing, and the overall structure suggests a well-maintained work, ideal for a library or retro decoration.

Condition

Used items, sold as is. The visible sides are in very good visual condition, with no snags or significant wear on the spines or covers. The books have a beautiful vintage appearance, consistent with their presumed age.

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Did you know? La Rousse editions are renowned for the quality of their encyclopedic and historical works, particularly for their thematic collections with carefully crafted bindings. History of France volumes were frequently published in classically bound series, intended for long-term preservation in family libraries.

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