Antiquarian Horology: A Private Library. Online Auction

June 27, 2013

LOT 17

Lot 17

Denis Diderot & Jean le Rond d'Alembert

Denis Diderot & Jean le Rond d'Alembert
Lot 17 Details
Denis Diderot & Jean le Rond d'Alembert

L’ENCYCLOPÉDIE HORLOGERIE

c.1770, folio, 23pp. plus 64 engraved plates of clock and watch mechanisms and the tools used to make them, in modern half bound marble boards with calf spine and corners

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $348
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Denis Diderot & Jean le Rond d'Alembert
  • Denis Diderot & Jean le Rond d'Alembert
Provenance:

Galerie d’Horlogerie Ancinne, Geneva

CONDITION DETAILS

Minor toning, foxing.

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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