Diderot, D. D'Alembert, J. 125 plates from the Encyclopédie

18th cent. Collection of approx. 125 loose double-p. and single-p. plates, most about Tapisserie de basse-lisse des Gobelins (on tapestry and weaving), the making of var. fabrics (incl. silk and cotton, w. a focus on the machinery and techniques used), tailoring, sewing, embroidery, etc.

Some sm. defects. Sold as a collection of plates, not subject to return. Interesting set of plates from Diderot and D'Alembert's famous work. (total approx. 125)