Collectif - La Chasse Illustrée

Fascinating illustrated edition of this specialized review that offers an extremely complete panorama of hunting practices, rural life, natural history, and activities related to French countryside life at the end of the 19th century – Intended for both experienced hunters and landowners, foresters, naturalists, breeders and nature enthusiasts, this collection gathers technical articles, hunting narratives, scientific studies, agricultural chronicles, practical advice and abundant engraved iconography illustrating animals, landscapes, weapons and hunting scenes – The work covers the different forms of hunting practiced in France and Europe, notably coursing, shooting, hunting with gun dogs, waterfowl hunting, venery, falconry, traditional trapping and drives organized on the great forest estates – Collectif - La Chasse Illustrée, journal des chasseurs et de la vie à la campagne - 1887 - Journal Hebdomadaire - 424 pages Good condition of the binding, the work in its original half-green morocco, wear from use, a few minor defects on the cover, frayed at the headcap, corners worn, sprinkled edges, some foxing, back with false cords adorned with gold florets, gilded lettering and date – Good interior condition, some stains, text in three columns, the work enriched with numerous beautiful black engravings both in text and as a plate, marbled endpapers in good condition, a pleasing copy – Delivery service guaranteed within a few days -

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