Guinot, Eugene
A Summer at Baden-Baden
J. Mirtchell, London
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Bound in 1/2 blue morocco, marbled boards, raised bands, gilt decorated panels, t.e.g. Binding showing light wear (inoffensive). Illustrated with two portraits, 13 engraved plates, 6 color plates, and a hand-colored map. A bit of scattered light foxing. Size: 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall
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