DORE, Gustave (1832-1883) - Histoire de la Russie. Paris: J. Bry, 1854. First edition of this work containing about 500 illustrations by Gustave Doré among the first composed by the famous illustrator and one of the more ironics; it is a sarcastic and highly sought-after leaflet directed against Russia during the Crimean War. Folio (291 x 198mm). Numerous illustrations (some foxing and light dampstaining). Red morocco on marbled paper plates with gilt spine, original wrappers preserved.
DORE, Gustave (1832-1883) - Histoire de la Russie. Paris: J. Bry, 1854. First edition of this work containing about 500 illustrations by Gustave Doré among the first composed by the famous illustrator and one of the more ironics; it is a sarcastic and highly sought-after leaflet directed against Russia during the Crimean War. Folio (291 x 198mm). Numerous illustrations (some foxing and light dampstaining). Red morocco on marbled paper plates with gilt spine, original wrappers preserved.
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