Victor RENDU

First edition published in a small number of copies.
Foxing to covers.
Printed stamp serving as bookplate at head of front cover.
Rare pamphlet presented in original wrappers, as issued.

Edition illustrated with 258 engravings in text and full-page.
Half red shagreen binding, spine with five thin raised bands decorated with triple gilt compartments embellished with gilt floral and typographical motifs, slight rubbing traces on joints, triple blind-ruled frames on red paper boards, cream watered silk endpapers and pastedowns, all edges gilt.
Some foxing, printed library stamp on one endpaper.