La science des ingénieurs dans la conduite des travaux de fortification et d'architecture civile [...].

6 parts in one vol., 4to: front.-[16]-80, 64, 96, 104, 80, 80-[8] pp.; 53 pl. (some spotting, extensive on title, foxing).

Contemp. three-quarter sheep, mottle paper covers, gilt-ruled spine with raised bands (sl. rubbed, esp. on lower board, head repaired, tail missing).

Important work (1st 1729) on fortification and military architecture by the French engineer and prof. of artillery Belidor (1697-1761). Illustrated with a front. by Rigault, and armorial headpiece and 53 fold. plates.
Ref. Cp. Berlin Kat II:3540 (1st ed.).