Dictionnaire de danse

First edition of this very first dictionary devoted to dance.
Later (19th century) half blonde russia morocco binding with corners, smooth spine decorated with gilt tools and fillets, pebbled paper boards. Some rubbing, otherwise handsome copy.
Interesting work in which Compan names and describes all ancient and modern dances as well as the rules and movements that govern them.
Provenance: from the library of Léon Duchesne de la Sicotière - politician and polygrapher - with his bookplate pasted to front pastedown.