Denis Diderot (1713-1784) and Jean Le Rond d'Alembert
Menuisier Treillageur [Carpenter]
from
Encyclopédie, ou Dictionnaire raisonné des sciences, des métiers et des arts
Book of engravings bound in original 18th Century section with blue paper covers
4 plates (two 10 7/8 inch x 7 3/4 inch plates, two 10 7/8 inch x 15 1/4 inch two page spreads)
Red Tag Price: $250
Remarkable reference book containing plates that accompanied Diderot's "Encyclopedia," a landmark work of the Enlightenment that depicted the tools and methods of artisans and tradespeople in a methodical and thorough way. This book shows the tools and trade of carpenters.
Condition: Prints generally very good with the usual light toning, wear, soiling, soft
creases. Small tear on one page with celophane tape stain. Some edges lightly bumped, chipped or worn. Covers in similar
condition, sometimes generally showing a little more wear than prints.
