Antique Book, The Insect, Jules Michelet, English, Nature, Reference, Victorian

£195.00

Our Stock # 18.9743

This is an antique copy of The Insect by Jules Michelet. An English language, hard bound study of nature, dating to the Victorian period, this first edition published in 1875.

Published posthumously, The Insect chronicles the natural study of insects by Jules Michelet (1798 - 1874) and is one of four such works. Combining poetry and philosophy, The Insect is beautifully illustrated by collaborator Hector Giacomelli (1822 - 1904) a French watercolorist and engraver, renowned for his works with bird life.

Presented in good antique condition - intact with light spotting
Hard bound with illustrated brown cotton, accentuated with gilt tooling
Published in English across 368 pages by T. Nelson & Sons of London
Frontispiece by Giacomelli showcasing his speciality in bird studies
Superb illustrative plates and chapter headings accentuate throughout

This is a charming antique copy of The Insect by Jules Michelet, with a nicely bound decorative cover and illustrated with numerous engraving plates and adornments. A treat for the collector. Delivered ready to enjoy.

Dimensions:
Max Width: 18cm (7'')
Max Depth: 3.5cm (1.5'')
Max Height: 25cm (9.75'')

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