Duprez, Gilbert. (1806–1896) L'art du chantPremire partie: Style large d'expression et de force. Seconde partie: Style de grace et d'agilit. Upright 4to (26 x 34 cm). 212 pp. Engraved throughout. [PN] H. 3087 (1 3). Fine contemporary half crimson leather, gilt stamped with lyre and laurel motif, with red marbled boards. 2 pages torn and repaired in second section, one of the numerous fold out tables torn along outer margin, else very fine throughout. A rare copy of the influential vocal