Les Diaboliques
BARBEY D'AUREVILLY, J.
Paris: Editions Bordas. 1947.
Two volumes. Limited edition. Number 392 of 800 on "velin des papeteries de rives a la forme, filigrané BFK". 4to. 275x217mm. pp. Vol. 1 [iv], 167, [1], [2]. Vol. 2 [iv], 196, [10]. Thirteen full page watercolours and numerous lithographs in the text by Roger Carle. Internally in immaculate condition and the plates are particularly fine. A striking binding (unsigned) in various shades of brown/tan morocco in blocks of wavy patterns decorated with small gilt "flames". Lettered in gilt to spine. The front and rear pastedowns have bands of brown, tan and purple morocco decorated with the gilt "flames". A very nice two volume set in a most attractive binding.
Two volumes. Limited edition. Number 392 of 800 on "velin des papeteries de rives a la forme, filigrané BFK". 4to. 275x217mm. pp. Vol. 1 [iv], 167, [1], [2]. Vol. 2 [iv], 196, [10]. Thirteen full page watercolours and numerous lithographs in the text by Roger Carle. Internally in immaculate condition and the plates are particularly fine. A striking binding (unsigned) in various shades of brown/tan morocco in blocks of wavy patterns decorated with small gilt "flames". Lettered in gilt to spine. The front and rear pastedowns have bands of brown, tan and purple morocco decorated with the gilt "flames". A very nice two volume set in a most attractive binding.