Les Spectacles à travers les âges – 3 volumes - 1932

Rare bibliophile edition – The Spectacles Through the Ages – Éditions du Cygne, Paris

Magnificent complete set of the series “The Spectacles Through the Ages,” a prestigious publication devoted to the history of the performing arts.

The set comprises three richly illustrated volumes tracing the evolution of the major forms of performance:

• Cinema – from its origins to the present day
• Theatre, Circus, Music-hall, Café-concert and Cabarets
• Music and Dance

These works offer a fascinating panorama of cultural and artistic history, abundantly illustrated with photographs, engravings and period documents.

Published in Paris by Éditions du Cygne in the 1930s, this set constitutes a remarkable testament to the history of the performing arts and stagecraft.

The volumes are presented in an elegant period binding, typical of bibliophile editions from the interwar years.

Condition as shown in the photographs: signs of use and age visible, but the set is complete and very decorative.

A rare and sought-after set, ideal for collectors of bibliophilia, history of the performing arts, early cinema, or illustrated books from the early 20th century.

Highlights:

• Bibliophile edition
• Complete set in 3 volumes
• Numerous illustrations
• Paris publication from the 1930s
• Sought-after subject: theatre, music, dance and cinema

An elegant, historical piece of bibliophilia, now difficult to find in its complete set.”