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a book with a picture of a man and a woman sitting on the grounda book that has a marbled cover on itan old book sitting on top of a white table next to a white wallthe cover of the book les chansons de billispainting of two nudes and a dog in a field with a tree
Gros & Delettrez

91 - LOUYS, Pierre The Songs of Bilitis Editions H.
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Estimate €180 - €220
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Description
LOUYS, Pierre The Songs of Bilitis Editions H. Piazza, 1943 Illustrated in colour by Paul Emile Bécat One of 30 complete Japanese-style copies featuring the two sets of illustrations – one in black and white and one in colour – and the original watercolour by P.E. Bécat In-8, in wine-coloured half-maroquin with corner pieces, ribbed spine, gilt title and head, date at the foot; interior in very fresh condition, cover preserved. Binding signed J.E. Baudrillart
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About the sale Modern illustrated books – a collection by an amateur bookbinder
Auction location
Auction time 07/03/2026 at 2:00 PM
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