Vatel (Charles). Notice Historique Sur La Salle Du Jeu De Paume, published L Bernard, 1883, hardback, marbled end boards, title page with etching frontispiece, some foxing, minor wear to spine Jeu de Paume was a ball and court game originating in France and an indoor precursor of tennis. Played in its infancy without racquets, which were eventually introduced, it is a former Olympic sport, now known as real tennis, court tennis or courte paume.
Hammer:
£160
Estimate:
£100 - £150
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Vatel (Charles). Notice Historique Sur La Salle Du Jeu De Paume, published L Bernard, 1883, hardback, marbled end boards, title page with etching frontispiece, some foxing, minor wear to spine Jeu de Paume was a ball and court game originating in France and an indoor precursor of tennis. Played in its infancy without racquets, which were eventually introduced, it is a former Olympic sport, now known as real tennis, court tennis or courte paume.