Antique French Illustrated Abécédaire – 1851 Edition
Published by Baudry, Librairie Européenne, Paris.
A rare and charming mid-19th century French alphabet and reading book, richly illustrated with 500 detailed engravings. This complete edition features an ornate decorative cloth binding with gilt titles, gilt page edges, and a frontispiece.
Details:
• Year: 1851 (dated)
• Language: French
• Pages: 216 + frontispiece
• Size: approx. 18 cm tall
• Binding: Decorative cloth with gilt spine and cover design
• Publisher: Baudry, Librairie Européenne, Paris
• Condition: Fair to Good antique condition – covers show wear and rubbing, some pencil marking on last page, light foxing to pages, all pages intact and bound, gilt edges still bright.
Notable Points:
• Highly collectible due to its survival in complete form—most children’s educational books from this period were heavily used and lost.
• Stunning engravings capturing 19th-century French culture and learning style.
• Ideal for collectors of antique children’s books, French educational history, or decorative library pieces.
Shipping:
Well-packed with tracking. Will ship internationally.