Observations sur l'art de faire la guerre
The military 17th century of King Louis XIV.
A sumptuous copy, presented and bound for King Louis XIV (1643-1715) of the very rare first edition.
In-12 of (5) ff., 328 pp., (6) ff.
Red morocco, gilt fleurdelysed dentelle frame on the covers, arms of King Louis XIV in the center, richly fleurdelysed spine with raised bands, gilt monogram RCB at the foot of the spine, decorated edges, inner roll, gilt edges. Period binding made for King Louis XIV (1643-1715).
160 x 93 mm.
Vaultier. Observations on the Art of War, According to the Maxims of the Greatest Generals. In three parts.
Paris, Coignard, 1714.
Extremely rare original edition so highly valued that it was reprinted once again on March 9, 2011.
Unique copy dedicated to King Louis XIV and sumptuously bound to be offered to him.
In this book, the author seeks to follow the movements of a general ready to attack the enemy and presents, step by step, the different strategies of attack or defense of opposing armies. The commentaries are followed by maxims from the greatest generals.
Magnificent royal copy.
