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paperback. Good. Access codes and supplements are not guaranteed with used items. May be an ex-library book.

Rouen: J. Lemonnyer Libraire, 1881. A fine later issue of the famous 1773 edition, considered one of the most beautiful books of the 18th century. Exceptionally fine and beautiful. A fine later issue of the famous 1773 edition, considered one of the most beautiful books of the 18th century. Four volumes in two. Tall 8vo. Text and music entirely engraved in copper by Moria and Mlle Vendome. Illustrated with titles and frontispieces after by Moreau, Le Bouteux and Le Barbier and 100 figures plates after Moreau, Le Barbier, Le Bouteux and Saint-Quentin, all engraved by Moreau, Masquelier and Nee. Bound by Zaehnadorf in full scarlet crushed morocco with marbled endpapers, t.e.g., the spines with gilt titles and panel ornaments, double ruled covers and fancy dentelles. Original upper wrapper of each volume bound in rear. La Borde was first valet de chambre to Louis XV. "One consequence [of the king's generosity] was the appearance of this book, in which the feeble songs and inept music are presented… Read More