#150

Set of Early French Children̴s Books
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6" (15 cm.) x 4 1/2". A beautifully decorated box with embossed gold paper edging,is labeled "Les Talents" and contains four books concerning daily chores and exercises of the well-rounded child,including "Les Exercices Gymnastiques","L̴Economie Domestique","Le Chant",and "La Broderie",each with a moral lesson story and a delicate color engraving on the interior. Very good condition,some paper wear and dust. French,circa 1840.