Judith Gauthier / Mucha - Mémoires d'un éléphant blanc - 1894
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Judith Gautier with illustrations by Mucha, Mémoires d'un éléphant blanc, first edition in this format, French hardback published by Armand Colin in 1894, 192 pages, 22 × 31 cm, in very good condition.
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GAUTIER (Judith). Memoirs of a White Elephant. Illustrations by M. Mucha. Ornamentation by P. Roty.
Paris, Armand Colin et Cie, 1894. Volume in-4 of 31 x 22 cm., 192 pages.
Rare. Original edition illustrated by Mucha with wood engravings both within and outside the text. Text enhanced with ornaments by P. Ruty.
A delightful tale where Judith Gautier follows the adventures of a white elephant across the kingdom of Siam and India. It speaks of difference, rejection by peers, but also friendship, love, jealousy, and perseverance.
Very beautiful publisher's packaging in red perclaline, the first plate adorned with a large polychrome composition in gold and silver, featuring an elephant in the center. Flaps beveled. All edges gilded.
Provenance: Lecomte du Nouy with handwritten ex-libris.
Condition: Beautiful illuminated plaque in the first plate despite border defects, slightly worn percaline with light discolorations along the edges of the plates. Small tears at the caps, corners compressed. Interior clean and fresh, virtually free of rust.
Memories of an Elephant
Published in 1894 by Judith Gautier, this is a wonderful tale recounting the life of a sacred white elephant from Siam (now Thailand) named Iravata, exploring themes such as friendship, love, jealousy, perseverance, and the Orient, with striking illustrations by Alphonse Mucha and Pierre Ruty. This text, reissued several times, celebrates the fantasized Orient and is part of Judith Gautier's forgotten yet important works.
Author and Context
Judith Gautier (1845-1917): French novelist of the late 19th century, she was known for her exotic stories and her induction into the Goncourt Academy.
1894: Date of the first publication of the story, often accompanied by illustrations.
Themes and Plot
The story follows Iravata, a royal white elephant, through his journey from Siam to India, blending elements of royal life, battles, escapes, and encounters.
The story addresses difference, friendship (with other animals and humans), love (for a princess), and life's challenges.
Illustrations
The original edition and reissues include illustrations by Alphonse Mucha, a renowned Art Nouveau artist, and Pierre Ruty (for the headers).
Seller's Story
Specialties Rare old or modern books
Translated by Google Translate
GAUTIER (Judith). Memoirs of a White Elephant. Illustrations by M. Mucha. Ornamentation by P. Roty.
Paris, Armand Colin et Cie, 1894. Volume in-4 of 31 x 22 cm., 192 pages.
Rare. Original edition illustrated by Mucha with wood engravings both within and outside the text. Text enhanced with ornaments by P. Ruty.
A delightful tale where Judith Gautier follows the adventures of a white elephant across the kingdom of Siam and India. It speaks of difference, rejection by peers, but also friendship, love, jealousy, and perseverance.
Very beautiful publisher's packaging in red perclaline, the first plate adorned with a large polychrome composition in gold and silver, featuring an elephant in the center. Flaps beveled. All edges gilded.
Provenance: Lecomte du Nouy with handwritten ex-libris.
Condition: Beautiful illuminated plaque in the first plate despite border defects, slightly worn percaline with light discolorations along the edges of the plates. Small tears at the caps, corners compressed. Interior clean and fresh, virtually free of rust.
Memories of an Elephant
Published in 1894 by Judith Gautier, this is a wonderful tale recounting the life of a sacred white elephant from Siam (now Thailand) named Iravata, exploring themes such as friendship, love, jealousy, perseverance, and the Orient, with striking illustrations by Alphonse Mucha and Pierre Ruty. This text, reissued several times, celebrates the fantasized Orient and is part of Judith Gautier's forgotten yet important works.
Author and Context
Judith Gautier (1845-1917): French novelist of the late 19th century, she was known for her exotic stories and her induction into the Goncourt Academy.
1894: Date of the first publication of the story, often accompanied by illustrations.
Themes and Plot
The story follows Iravata, a royal white elephant, through his journey from Siam to India, blending elements of royal life, battles, escapes, and encounters.
The story addresses difference, friendship (with other animals and humans), love (for a princess), and life's challenges.
Illustrations
The original edition and reissues include illustrations by Alphonse Mucha, a renowned Art Nouveau artist, and Pierre Ruty (for the headers).
Seller's Story
Specialties Rare old or modern books
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Number of Books
1
Subject
Illustrated
Book Title
Mémoires d'un éléphant blanc
Author/ Illustrator
Judith Gauthier / Mucha
Condition
Very good
Publication year oldest item
1894
Height
22 cm
Edition
1st Edition Thus
Width
31 cm
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Armand Colin
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
192
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