A rare illustrated catalog from the renowned Pharmacie de Rome in Paris, located at 15 rue de Rome and run by pharmacist A. Bailly, a former hospital intern. This impressive 80-page directory documents the pharmaceutical and medical world of the early 20th century: medical supplies, syringes, medical belts, inhalers, first-aid kits, skincare products, and various instruments. Its richly engraved layout, precise descriptions, and striking cover make it a valuable record of pre-war Parisian medical commerce.
✦ Origin: Paris, Pharmacy of Rome (A. Bailly) ✦ Estimated period: Circa 1910-1915 ✦ Dimensions: 27 × 18 cm ✦ Contents: 80 pages ✦ Material: Printed paper ✦ Condition: Good overall condition, sturdy binding, minor signs of wear, all pages complete and clean
An iconic catalogue of the Parisian pharmaceutical trade during the Belle Époque – a choice piece for a collection on antique medicine or pharmaceutical advertising.
