Lot Essay
"Very thorough, highly regarded historical study of the French crown jewels from the reign of Francis I, ca. 1530, to the time of publication. " (Sinkankas)
Details
BAPST, Constant Germain. Histoire des Joyaux de la Couronne de France, Paris: Librairie Hachette, 1889, 4to, half title, 11 plates only (?of 12), numerous illustrations (occasional spotting, rear inner hinge broken), contemporary half morocco, spine gilt in compartments (lightly rubbed), t.e.g. [Sinkankas 371]