Description

Hardcover, faux vellum banded in gilt, with original leather ties intact. Text in French. 88 pages. Illustrated with four vignette head-bands, one at the start of each chapter, and 25 full color plates [25 chefs-d’oeuvre de la miniature]. Text divided into four chapters by the seasons: Printemps, par André Gide – Été, par Jules Romains – Automne, par Colette – Hiver , François Mauriac. A limited edition of 500 copies. Previous owner’s label inside front cover. Book covers protected acetate wrappers. A very nice copy of this ode to the seasons, both past and present. Text in French. Very good+.