Sale 22BP02 | Lot 64

[CHINA] HELMAN, ISIDORE STANISLAS HENRI. Abrégé historique des principaux traits de la vie de Confucius célèbre philosophe Chinois. ...

Catalogue: Rare Books, Autographs & Maps

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Lot 64
[CHINA] HELMAN, ISIDORE STANISLAS HENRI. Abrégé historique des principaux traits de la vie de Confucius célèbre philosophe Chinois. Orné de 24 estampes in 4o. Gravées d'après des dessins originaux de la Chine envoyés à Paris par le P. Amiot missionnaire à Pékin et tirés du cabinet de Mr. Bertin.
Paris: Chez l'auteur, et chez M. Ponce [1788]. First edition. Mottled boards of the period in clamshell case, all edges sprinkled red. 10 1/2 x 7 3/4 inches (26.5 x 19.5 cm); engraved title, 24 engraved plates, each with an accompanying engraved text leaf. Joints cracked but holding on cords, some offsetting and soiling.

A scarce and interesting work with charming plates after Chinese drawings that had been copied and sent to Paris by Amiot. A large-paper edition also exists, noted on the title-page.

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Estimate: $400 - $600

Sold for $472 (includes buyer's premium)

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Estimate: $400 - $600

Sold for $472 (includes buyer's premium)

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