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Templum Fine Art Auctions

1248 - Illustration from 1827. Nineteenth-century publishing tradit…
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Estimate €100 - €400
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Illustration from 1827. Nineteenth-century publishing tradition. 19th century Hardback book with gold foil stamping on a red background. The cover features an allegorical scene depicting a seated female figure, classical in appearance, surrounded by stylised plant motifs such as laurel branches and palm trees, integrated into a complex modernist ornamentation. The figure, with a solemn demeanour, naturally holds a garland, whilst her surroundings are embellished with filigree, scrolls and graphic symbols typical of 19th-century artistic publishing. The decorative typography and the harmonious arrangement of the motifs reveal an editorial approach of aesthetic quality, geared towards the celebration of art and culture. The meticulous and detailed gold foil stamping reinforces the luxurious character of the volume, which has become a collector’s item. This work forms part of the illustrated publishing tradition of the late 19th century, linked to the cultural and visual development of artistic publications. Dimensions: 39 x 29 x 6 cm.
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About the sale GRAND SUMMER AUCTION OF HAUTE ÉPOQUE AND PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
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Auction time 06/29/2026 at 4:00 AM
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