Welcome to the 1st auction « Masters of French Photobooks » gathered by Anatole Desachy (France) and Ecki Heuser (Germany) at the occasion of the 57th edition of « Rencontres d’Arles » photofestival. From Man Ray & Brassaï avant-garde period of time to Lucien Clergue & Antoine D’Agata who are both linked to this fabulous city, enjoy our impressive selection of photobooks including deluxe, signed & association copies from great photographers ! AN ICONIC VOLUME. Showcasing abstract work by Lucien Clergue’ (1934-2014), a close personal friend of Picasso, created between 1959 and 1976, exploring the wild landscapes of his native region - its lagoons, salt marshes, and vineyards. Very beautiful collection of high-contrast black-and-white photographs. WITH ORIGINAL DUSTJACKET. This is a lot by 5Uhr30.com (Ecki Heuser, Cologne, Germany). 5Uhr30.com guarantees detailed and accurate descriptions, 100% protection, 100% insurance and combined shipping worldwide. Pierre Belfond, Paris. 1976. First edition, first printing. Hardcover with dustjacket. Photos: Lucien Clergue. 250 x 345 mm. 112 pages. 96 photos in black and white. Photos: Lucien Clergue. Preface by Mario Prassinos. Text in French. Condition: Book inside clean with no previous owner marks and with no foxing; pages smell like smoke, no other remarkable flaws or defects. Book outside very fresh and flawless (protected by the jacket). Dustjacket outside very fresh, complete with no tears, with no taped tears and with no missing parts; at the top of the rear side strongly foxed. Overall fine condition. Very beautiful Lucien Clergue title - with original dustjacket.