Napoleon’s Life in 19th-Century Illustrated History

Description

Illustrated historical account of Napoleon Bonaparte, published in Paris in 1837 by Furne et Cie. Octavo format (14 x 21 cm), featuring a fine half-leather binding with some foxing. Previous owner’s name inscribed on title page. Minor cracks (2–4 cm) on pages. Includes 16-page preface and 384, 416, 430, and 375 pages respectively. Frontispiece by Isabey, complemented by numerous engraved plates after works by Horace Vernet, Isabey, Lami, Gros, and others.