Société des bibliophiles français

The Society of French Bibliophiles was founded on 1 January 1820 in Paris, France.^[1] It aimed to publish previously unpublished historical or literary documents or, at the very least, rare works of significance to French history or ancient literature.^[2]

The society had an annual election for president and treasurer, with a maximum of 24 members, each paying 100 francs annually. Membership required a passion for books, ownership of a library, and adherence to statutes, including nomination by two members and approval by majority vote. The French Bibliophile Society met twice a month and held two large annual meetings, one in January and the other in May.^[3]

French bibliographer Jérôme Pichon, a member since 1843, became the president of the Society of French Bibliophiles in 1844.^[4]

Between 1820 and 1838, the Société des Bibliophiles produced 88 works.^[2]