Pierre Louÿs / Paul-Emile Bécat - Aphrodite - 1937-1937

Description (FR): Superb bibliophilic edition of the famous novel by Pierre Louÿs, "Aphrodite", published in Paris by L'Édition d'Art H. Piazza in 1937. The work is magnificently illustrated with color full-page and in-text compositions by Paul-Émile Bécat, renowned for his erotic and poetic illustrations of gallant literature. Edition: Numbered copy No. 1334 on beau vélin (fine vellum). Binding: Beautiful period half-bound in red morocco or red leather with corners, marbled paper boards, spine with 4 faux-nerfs richy adorned with gilded compartments and floral motifs. Top edge gilt. Condition: Good overall condition. Some light wear on the edges and the paper of the boards. Interior is very fresh, without foxing; color plates well preserved, text firmly bound.
Description (EN): Superb bibliophile edition of Pierre Louÿs' famous novel, "Aphrodite", published in Paris by L'Édition d'Art H. Piazza in 1937. Beautifully illustrated with full-page and in-text color compositions by Paul-Émile Bécat, renowned for his refined and erotic illustrations of classic romance literature. Limitation: Numbered copy No. 1334 on fine vellum paper (beau vélin). Binding: Period half-leather binding with corners, marbled paper boards, spine with 4 faux-bands richly decorated with gilt compartments and floral motifs. Top edge gilt. Condition: Good overall condition. Minor shelf wear on the edges and boards. Interior is very clean and fresh, free of foxing. Color plates are beautifully preserved, binding is tight.