Prosper Mérimée / André Lambert - Carmen - 1928

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Illustrated edition of Carmen by Prosper Mérimée with art by André Lambert, published by l'Estampe Moderne in 1928 in French, a soft-cover, limited and numbered edition (No. 271 of 425 on Arches Vergé) comprising 108 pages and 26.5 × 19 cm, featuring 15 full-page colour engravings and wood-engraved initials, borders and tailpieces, with an accompanying case and excellent condition.

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Carmen

Prosper Mérimée - André Lambert

L'Estampe Moderne, 1928.
In 4°, 108 pp.
No. 271 / 425 on Arches laid paper.

Illustrated with 15 full-page color compositions etched by aquatint, and with ornamental initials, banners and tailpieces carved in wood by André Lambert.

André LAMBERT (born in 1844) was a Swiss painter and illustrator who devoted himself mainly to mythological works and ancient legends. He spent years in Spain, which made him an ideal illustrator for Mérimée's short story.

The item is in superb condition, very fresh.

Brushed case. See photos.

Carmen

Prosper Mérimée - André Lambert

L'Estampe Moderne, 1928.
In 4°, 108 pp.
No. 271 / 425 on Arches laid paper.

Illustrated with 15 full-page color compositions etched by aquatint, and with ornamental initials, banners and tailpieces carved in wood by André Lambert.

André LAMBERT (born in 1844) was a Swiss painter and illustrator who devoted himself mainly to mythological works and ancient legends. He spent years in Spain, which made him an ideal illustrator for Mérimée's short story.

The item is in superb condition, very fresh.

Brushed case. See photos.

Details

Number of Books
1
Subject
Literature
Book Title
Carmen
Author/ Illustrator
Prosper Mérimée / André Lambert
Condition
Fine
Publication year oldest item
1928
Height
26.5 cm
Edition
Illustrated Edition, Limited edition, Numbered edition
Width
19 cm
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Publisher
l'Estampe Moderne
Binding/ Material
Softback
Extras
Slipcase
Number of pages
108
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