Rare Set of the Spitzer Collection Auction Catalogs – Paris, 1893. A magnificent and historically significant two-volume auction catalogue: “Catalogue des Objets d’Art et de Haute Curiosite de la Collection Spitzer”, Paris, 1893. Published for the legendary sale of Frederic Spitzer’s extensive collection of Medieval, Renaissance, and ancient art, held at 33 rue de Villejust, Paris, between April 17 and June 16, 1893. Richly illustrated with high-quality plates and scholarly detailed descriptions in French. Auction conducted under the direction of Paul Chevallier and Charles Mannheim. A monumental reference in the history of collecting and museum curation. Good antique condition. Minor wear to bindings consistent with age. An essential acquisition for collectors, museums, and libraries specializing in arms & armor, decorative arts, and 19th-century art market history. The Spitzer sale is considered one of the most important art auctions of the 19th century. Size 41x33 cm.