The Metamorphoses, in Latin and French, from the translation of Abbé Banier; with historical explanations. Paris, Delormel, Pissot, 1767-1771. 4 volumes in-4, red morocco, triple gilt fillet, decorated spine, inner wheel, gilt edges (contemporary binding).
Beautiful edition, decorated with an engraved title, 3 engraved pages of dedication, 4 title fleurons, 139 figures, a large cul-de-lampe out of text and 31 vignettes at the head.
Very nice leather binding of the time.
Engraved ex-libris by M. Terray, Intendant of Lyon (18th century); armoured ex-libris Don A. Canovas del Castillo and large engraved ex-libris from the 18th century.
Tome IV: wetness at the head of several sheets and boards. Missing the fake title of Volume II, freckles.
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