Paul Renouard - La Danse - 1892

Lot Description: Rare and valuable collector's portfolio titled "La Danse" (Twenty drawings by Paul Renouard, transposed into harmonies of colors), published in Paris in 1892 by the renowned editor and engraver Charles Gillot and Théodore Child. It is Copy No. 188, part of the main edition numbered from 1 to 275, printed on authentic ultrafine China paper of exceptional quality. The official text of the publishers' notice certifies that the original plates were destroyed after printing, making any future reprint impossible. Lot Composition included in this sale: The original cardboard portfolio folder (front cover and back cover). The title page and printer's mark. The double-page introduction "Avis des Éditeurs" signed by Charles Gillot and Théodore Child. The "Table des Harmonies" (color index) and bibliographic note. 16 original art plates (of the initial 20), superb engravings representing ballet scenes and backstage at the Paris Opera, delicately mounted on the top on their original double-bordered support boards. Condition: Good overall for a work more than 130 years old. The central China paper of the works is very well preserved. Presence of natural oxidation spots (foxing) scattered, mainly located on the outer margins of the presentation boards, without altering the beauty of the central drawings. Slight handling crease on the outer protective folder. A unique opportunity for bibliophiles, Art Nouveau enthusiasts and lovers of the history of dance and the Paris Opera ballet."DESCRIPTION (ENGLISH)Lot Description:Rare and valuable collector's portfolio entitled "La Danse" (Twenty drawings by Paul Renouard, transposed into harmonies of colors), published in Paris in 1892 by the renowned printer and editor Charles Gillot and Théodore Child.This is Copy No. 188, part of the main limited edition numbered from 1 to 275, printed on authentic, ultra-fine China paper (papier de Chine) of exceptional quality. The official publisher's notice certifies that the original plates were destroyed after printing, making any future reissue impossible.Lot Composition included in this sale:The original cardboard portfolio folder (front and back cover).The title page and printer's mark.The "Avis des Éditeurs" introduction page signed by Charles Gillot and Théodore Child.The "Table des Harmonies" (color index) and bibliographic note.16 original art plates (out of the initial 20), featuring beautiful engravings of ballet and backstage scenes at the Paris Opera, delicately mounted on their original double-lined cardboard supports.Condition Report:Good overall condition for a piece over 130 years old. The central China paper of the artworks is very well preserved. Natural scattering of oxidation spots (foxing), mostly located on the outer margins of the cardboard mounts, without affecting the beauty of the central drawings. Minor handling crease on the outer protective folder.A unique opportunity for bibliophiles, Art Nouveau collectors, and lovers of dance history and the Paris Opera ballet.