Dr. Émile Galtier-Boissière – Larousse Medical Illustre – 1924

An impressive original 1924 edition of the renowned Larousse Médical Illustré, edited by Dr. Émile Galtier-Boissière and published by Librairie Larousse, Paris.This comprehensive French medical encyclopedia is one of the most important medical reference works of the early twentieth century. It contains an exceptional wealth of anatomical, surgical and medical illustrations, making it highly desirable for collectors of medical history, antique scientific books and historical illustration.This 1924 edition features 1,296 pages with thousands of detailed illustrations, including numerous anatomical plates and medical diagrams throughout the volume.The book is bound in its original publisher’s decorative green cloth with gilt lettering. The binding shows visible age-related wear, particularly to the spine and corners, while the interior remains clean and well preserved with light age toning and minor foxing consistent with its age. The volume appears complete.Visible publication details:* Author / Editor: Dr. Émile Galtier-Boissière* Title: Larousse Médical Illustré* Publisher: Librairie Larousse, Paris* Edition: Nouvelle édition* Year: 1924* Language: French* Binding: Original hardcover* Pages: 1,296A beautiful and increasingly collectible medical reference work from the early twentieth century, combining historical importance with remarkable scientific illustrations.Professionally packed and shipped with care.