Henri Classens / Jean Couy - Aux Portes de l'Imaginaire - 1947

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Henri Classens and Jean Couy’s *Aux Portes de l'Imaginaire* is a 1947 limited first edition from La Caravelle, illustrated with 17 etchings by Jean Couy.

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Fascinating numbered edition 171 on vélin crèvecoeur du Marais and illustrated with 17 magnificent etchings by Jean Couy -

This literary and artistic work invites the reader to cross the boundaries of reality to explore the territories of daydream, fantasy, and poetic creation -

Through evocative writing, the work develops a universe where imagination becomes a means of discovering unusual landscapes, mysterious atmospheres, and visions that escape the limits of everyday experience -

The text places great emphasis on sensitivity, contemplation, and the suggestive power of imagery, leaving the reader free to interpret and to participate in shaping this inner universe -

Henri Classens / Jean Couy - At the Gates of the Imaginary - 1947 - La Caravelle -
216 pages

Good condition of the binding, loose-leaf work in its full original gilt-printed cover, under a protective sleeve and publisher's slipcase, handling wear, some minor faults, spine smooth and titled in color -

Good interior condition, numbered edition (no. 171/250) with the title page printed in green and black and adorned with a beautiful vignette, work enriched with 17 etchings by Jean Couy, text clean, interior fresh -

Delivery service guaranteed within a few days –

Fascinating numbered edition 171 on vélin crèvecoeur du Marais and illustrated with 17 magnificent etchings by Jean Couy -

This literary and artistic work invites the reader to cross the boundaries of reality to explore the territories of daydream, fantasy, and poetic creation -

Through evocative writing, the work develops a universe where imagination becomes a means of discovering unusual landscapes, mysterious atmospheres, and visions that escape the limits of everyday experience -

The text places great emphasis on sensitivity, contemplation, and the suggestive power of imagery, leaving the reader free to interpret and to participate in shaping this inner universe -

Henri Classens / Jean Couy - At the Gates of the Imaginary - 1947 - La Caravelle -
216 pages

Good condition of the binding, loose-leaf work in its full original gilt-printed cover, under a protective sleeve and publisher's slipcase, handling wear, some minor faults, spine smooth and titled in color -

Good interior condition, numbered edition (no. 171/250) with the title page printed in green and black and adorned with a beautiful vignette, work enriched with 17 etchings by Jean Couy, text clean, interior fresh -

Delivery service guaranteed within a few days –

Details

Number of books
1
Subject
History, Illustrated, Literature
Book title
Aux Portes de l'Imaginaire
Author/ Illustrator
Henri Classens / Jean Couy
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1947
Edition
1st Edition, Illustrated Edition, Limited edition
Language
French
Original language
Yes
Publisher
La Caravelle
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
216
Sold by
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Objects sold
99.92%
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