Lot no. 59
(1764). DUHAMEL DU MONCEAU (Henri-Louis). DE L'EXPLOITATION DES BOIS ou moyens de tirer un parti avantageux des coppis, demi-futaies et hautes-futaies, et d'en faire une juste estimation; avec la description des arts qui se pratiquent dans les forêts.
Paris, Guérin et Delatour, 1764.
2 volumes in-4°, marbled calf, spine ribbed and decorated (English binding of the period).
ORIGINAL EDITION adorned with an attractive vignette engraved by Prévost and 36 unsigned intaglio folding plates giving a pictorial and detailed view of logging techniques, wood cutting and the tools required. Worn boards with small tears. Wear to bindings.
See original version (French) Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
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