Collectif / Steinlen - Gil Blas, illustré hebdomadaire [2 années complètes] - 1899-1900
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Gil Blas, illustré hebdomadaire [2 années complètes], by Collectif / Steinlen, is a first edition hardback 832-page collection spanning 1899–1900, with duotone and colour illustrations by Steinlen in a buckram-spined, marbled-board binding.
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First editions. Two full years (104 issues) of the weekly colour illustrated supplement for Gil Blas.
Hardback binding with buckram spine and marbled boards. Contains: 1 - 52, 6 January - 29 December 1899, BOUND TOGETHER WITH: 1-52, 5 January 1900 - 28 December 1900.
Most illustrations (some colour) by Steinlen. Each individual issue is 8 pages. Each has a coloured front page, several pages of text, then a double illustrated page, with one in b/w, and the other (usually a song or poetry lyric) in colour.
Pages age toned but in good shape otherwise. Binding rubbed at edges, particularly to the rear board. overall good.
Founded in Paris on November 19, 1879, by Auguste Dumont, 'Gil Blas' was a daily newspaper known for its lively, literary, and sometimes risqué tone. The paper drew its name and inspiration from Alain-René Lesage's picaresque novel 'Histoire de Gil Blas de Santillane'. Gil Blas was also known for its illustrated weekly supplement, which contributed to its popularity and inspired similar publications abroad, such as the German satirical magazine 'Simplicissimus'.
40 x 28 cm.
Heavy item! Approximately 5kg packed.
This is the magazine that made Steinlen’s name, with colour covers, illustrated songs, and the stories of Belle Époque Paris.
The magazine was named after Lesage’s picaresque hero
A picaresque is a style of prose fiction that follows the episodic, adventurous exploits of a low-born, roguish hero who survives through wit, cunning, and mild dishonesty rather than traditional honor
These covers show the world of Stenlein’s famous posters in weekly instalments.
This is two complete years of Gil Blas illustré, 1899 and 1900, from the paper that serialised Zola and Maupassant. Steinlen made over four hundred drawings for it, and it was a model for Simplicissimus.
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE AWAY AT A BOOKFAIR FROM THE 28TH OCTOBER UNTIL THE 11TH NOVEMBER - SO WE PROBABLY CANNOT SHIP UNTIL OUR RETURN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE.
Seller's Story
We are professional booksellers based in France, and have been members of ILAB for many years. We currently hold full membership of SLAM, as well as other organisations. We also sell at fairs and markets across Europe.
We are often found at brocantes and marches, searching for books and prints. We are also always interested in acquiring new stock from individuals, so if you have books or prints to sell, do get in touch.
We are proud to purchase biodegradable packaging and materials. Where possible, all of our book wrap and tape are compostable or re-cyclable. If you do receive any plastic bubble wrap from us - it is because we are re-using items we have received.
First editions. Two full years (104 issues) of the weekly colour illustrated supplement for Gil Blas.
Hardback binding with buckram spine and marbled boards. Contains: 1 - 52, 6 January - 29 December 1899, BOUND TOGETHER WITH: 1-52, 5 January 1900 - 28 December 1900.
Most illustrations (some colour) by Steinlen. Each individual issue is 8 pages. Each has a coloured front page, several pages of text, then a double illustrated page, with one in b/w, and the other (usually a song or poetry lyric) in colour.
Pages age toned but in good shape otherwise. Binding rubbed at edges, particularly to the rear board. overall good.
Founded in Paris on November 19, 1879, by Auguste Dumont, 'Gil Blas' was a daily newspaper known for its lively, literary, and sometimes risqué tone. The paper drew its name and inspiration from Alain-René Lesage's picaresque novel 'Histoire de Gil Blas de Santillane'. Gil Blas was also known for its illustrated weekly supplement, which contributed to its popularity and inspired similar publications abroad, such as the German satirical magazine 'Simplicissimus'.
40 x 28 cm.
Heavy item! Approximately 5kg packed.
This is the magazine that made Steinlen’s name, with colour covers, illustrated songs, and the stories of Belle Époque Paris.
The magazine was named after Lesage’s picaresque hero
A picaresque is a style of prose fiction that follows the episodic, adventurous exploits of a low-born, roguish hero who survives through wit, cunning, and mild dishonesty rather than traditional honor
These covers show the world of Stenlein’s famous posters in weekly instalments.
This is two complete years of Gil Blas illustré, 1899 and 1900, from the paper that serialised Zola and Maupassant. Steinlen made over four hundred drawings for it, and it was a model for Simplicissimus.
PLEASE NOTE - WE ARE AWAY AT A BOOKFAIR FROM THE 28TH OCTOBER UNTIL THE 11TH NOVEMBER - SO WE PROBABLY CANNOT SHIP UNTIL OUR RETURN. THANK YOU FOR YOUR PATIENCE.
Seller's Story
We are professional booksellers based in France, and have been members of ILAB for many years. We currently hold full membership of SLAM, as well as other organisations. We also sell at fairs and markets across Europe.
We are often found at brocantes and marches, searching for books and prints. We are also always interested in acquiring new stock from individuals, so if you have books or prints to sell, do get in touch.
We are proud to purchase biodegradable packaging and materials. Where possible, all of our book wrap and tape are compostable or re-cyclable. If you do receive any plastic bubble wrap from us - it is because we are re-using items we have received.
Details
Number of books
1
Subject
Illustrated, Literature, Music, Poetry
Book title
Gil Blas, illustré hebdomadaire [2 années complètes]
Author/ Illustrator
Collectif / Steinlen
Condition
Very good
Publication year oldest item
1899
Publication year youngest item
1900
Height
400 mm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
280 mm
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Paris: Gil Blas
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
832
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