A rare and remarkable bundle of six softbound books printed during the height of the French Revolution, each volume a firsthand record of the sweeping decrees and historic debates of the Assemblée Nationale Constituante—the National Constituent Assembly of France.
Published between 1790 and 1791 in Paris by the Assembly’s own printer, Baudouin, these books compile the official proceedings, laws, and reforms as the monarchy unraveled and a new republic emerged. The delicate rag paper, original wrappers in varying shades, and handwritten volume numbers speak to their immediacy and urgency—documents meant not as decorative volumes, but as essential reading for revolutionaries.
Worn edges, faded titles, and intact printer’s stamps reveal the tactile truth of their age. Whether stacked on a console or opened to reveal the printed voices of a nation in upheaval, these are more than books—they're relics of radical change.
Found in Paris, France, circa 1790 - 1791
The set includes a total of 6 rag-paper books
Books are tattered and show signs of wear, bearing tears to the covers and light staining
Overall condition is consistent with age and use
The set of books measures approximately 9.25” W x 5.5” D x 8.25” H when standing together in a row
Available for pick up, local delivery, and nationwide shipping.
Request a trade discount here.
Request a trade discount here.
A rare and remarkable bundle of six softbound books printed during the height of the French Revolution, each volume a firsthand record of the sweeping decrees and historic debates of the Assemblée Nationale Constituante—the National Constituent Assembly of France.
Published between 1790 and 1791 in Paris by the Assembly’s own printer, Baudouin, these books compile the official proceedings, laws, and reforms as the monarchy unraveled and a new republic emerged. The delicate rag paper, original wrappers in varying shades, and handwritten volume numbers speak to their immediacy and urgency—documents meant not as decorative volumes, but as essential reading for revolutionaries.
Worn edges, faded titles, and intact printer’s stamps reveal the tactile truth of their age. Whether stacked on a console or opened to reveal the printed voices of a nation in upheaval, these are more than books—they're relics of radical change.
Found in Paris, France, circa 1790 - 1791
The set includes a total of 6 rag-paper books
Books are tattered and show signs of wear, bearing tears to the covers and light staining
Overall condition is consistent with age and use
The set of books measures approximately 9.25” W x 5.5” D x 8.25” H when standing together in a row
Available for pick up, local delivery, and nationwide shipping.
Request a trade discount here.
Request a trade discount here.
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