P. MAIGNE (1819-1885) NEW COMPLETE MANUAL FOR SOMMELIERS AND WINE MERCHANTS. ORIGINAL EDITION 1884. 1 VOLUME. IN FRENCHҪAIS. Paris, Librairie Encyclopédique de Roret, 1884. Containing brief notions on red, white and sparkling wines, their classification by Vineyard and by Vintage, the art of tasting them, the description of Cellar Equipment, the Care to be given to Wines in Circles and in Bottles, the Treatment of Sick or Altered Wines, Coupages, the means of recognising Adulterations, etc. Illustrated with figures. Paperback, ... pp. + table of contents, illustrated soft cover. Publisher's signed copy. Justification: ″To distinguish this volume, it bears the signature of the Publisher, who reserves the right to have it translated into all languages.... The legal deposit of this volume was made during the month of March 1884...″ 15.5 x 9.5 x 2 cm Pages with foxing, wetness, tears, folds, at the end of the book a page is missing from the table of contents. At the buyer's request, we will be happy to provide a general condition report on the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise prospective buyers to carry out their own inspection or consult a specialist of their choice for a full assessment of the condition of the lot. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD 'AS IS' IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.