Lot of 2 Books, Grigorios Xenopoulos, Giorgos Theotokas - Two Signed First Editions, Ο Κατήφορος (The Descent), Αλκιβιάδης (Alcibiades) - 1928-1959

A rare and highly collectible lot of two signed first editions by two leading figures of modern Greek letters: Grigorios Xenopoulos and Giorgos Theotokas. Both copies are hand-signed and dedicated by their authors — exceptional provenance for collectors of Greek literature, autographs, and 20th-century Hellenic publishing.

1) Γρηγόριος Ξενόπουλος — Ο Κατήφορος (The Descent)

Publisher: I. D. Kollaros, Athens

Year: 1928

Edition: First Edition

Signed: Hand-signed and dedicated by Grigorios Xenopoulos

Pages: 437

Size: 17.5 cm × 11.5 cm

Binding / Condition: Original hard binding; good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear.

Notes: Grigorios Xenopoulos (1867–1951) is one of modern Greece’s most important novelists and editors. A signed first edition of a major 1920s novel is a rare find and highly desirable to specialists.

2) Γιώργος Θεοτοκάς — Αλκιβιάδης (Alcibiades)

Publisher: Estia, Athens

Year: 1959

Edition: First Edition

Signed: Hand-signed and dedicated by Giorgos Theotokas

Pages: 107

Size: 20.5 cm × 14 cm

Binding / Condition: Original softcover; good vintage condition with minor signs of age.

Notes: Giorgos Theotokas (1905–1966), a central member of the Generation of the ’30s, is highly regarded for his novels and theatrical work. Signed first editions by Theotokas are prized by collectors of modern Greek literature.

Collectors’ Importance

Signed first editions by either author are scarce; having two together makes this lot particularly valuable.

Ideal for collectors of the Generation of the ’30s, Greek literary autographs, institutional libraries, or museums assembling modern Greek literary archives.

Both works are historically and literarily significant — representing different moments of Greek 20th-century prose.

Condition

Both volumes are in good vintage condition with typical age-related wear. Please review all photos carefully for a full assessment.

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