Louis Vives, Paris, 1858-1882
Large octavo, 27.5 x 20 cm. 17 volumes in 16 bindings, complete including two index volumes. Text in French. Contemporary black half leather bindings with gilt lettering and decorative elements on the spines, marbled paper-covered boards and edges. Some wear on the spines, especially at the edges and corners, with minor chipping and scuffing. Labels on spines. The pages exhibit occasional foxing, particularly in the preliminary and final sections. A classic and extensive reference work on sacred and ecclesiastical authors. See pictures.