Early 20th Century French Larousse Universel Encyclopedia, 2 Volumes Shoe Framed in decorative brass mounts

Framed in decorative brass mounts with ribbon cresting

Hollywood stars such as Bette Davis and Ava Gardner were wearing Hobé

and the raw energy of 18th-century French street life

layered foliage

Early 20th Century French Larousse Universel Encyclopedia, 2 Volumes Shoe Framed in decorative brass mountsAn enduring symbol of French scholarship, this complete two volume Larousse Universel encyclopedia, edited by Claude Aug, offers as much decorative appeal as historical interest. Bound in richly embossed cloth with elegant Art Nouveau inspired grapevine motifs and gilt lettering, the volumes lend warmth and character to a library, study, or bookshelf. Dating to the early 20th century, they retain the timeless presence of classic French reference