BASSOMPIERRE (Maréchal de). Memoires, containing the history of his life and of what was most remarkable at the Court of France during a few years. Cologne, Pierre du Marteau [The Hague, Steucker], 1665. 2 volumes in-12, first edition attributed to the Elzeviers by Brunet. Bound in contemporary half calf with corners, the boards decorated with a large monogram surmounted by an imperial crown, richly decorated spine with 4 nerves, fawn morocco title page, gilt title and tomaison. Ex-libris Josy Mazodier. (rubbing, bumping and minor damage to binding, split running the length of the spine in the first volume). Expert : Mr. Nicolas Asvisio