Louis Jacolliot - Perdus sur l'océan – Rare cartonnage polychrome d'éditeur "Aux Lions & Médaillons" – Édition - 1893

Superb copy of the original illustrated edition of the adventure and travel novel by Louis Jacolliot (1837–1890), a major figure in popular literature and exploration at the end of the 19th century, contemporary of Jules Verne.
This volume is bound in its spectacular publisher's red percaline binding, engraved and polychrome, known as “to the lions and medallions”:
- Upper board: A large historiated decoration depicting a maritime scene framed by two standing lions, topped by medallions and crests, executed with great precision.
- Spine: Richly adorned with anchors, axes and maritime motifs in gold and blue.
- Edges: Entirely gilded. Illustration: Abundantly illustrated with engravings in- and out-of-text after drawings by Clérice.

** Condition report :
- Binding / Cover: Very good visual condition. The upper board retains particularly vivid colors and gilding with a fresh look. The spine is well preserved with legible gilding (slight wear from use). The lower board shows some light signs of wear/scuffs on the percaline. The headcaps and corners are slightly bumped without severity.
- Interior: Good overall condition. The period paper is well preserved, with foxing and natural aging oxidation on the margins that do not affect readability. Solid structure but to be handled with care; note a few small tears or slight lifts.

The polychrome bindings from the Librairie Marpon & Flammarion for Jacolliot's works have become highly prized by bibliophiles specializing in ornate 19th-century bindings. This copy stands out for the excellent preservation of its upper board.

Prompt and careful shipping.