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Hermitage Fine Art

717 - JEAN-GABRIEL DOMERGUE (1889–1962)
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Estimate €250 - €300
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Description
JEAN-GABRIEL DOMERGUE (1889–1962) A Group of Four Illustrations for *The Marriage of Loti*, 1936 signed on the plate lithograph and watercolour on paper 15.7 x 10.5 cm (each) executed c. 1936 This illustration was created for the 1936 illustrated edition of Pierre Loti’s *The Marriage of Loti*, originally published in 1878 under the title *Rarahu*. The novel recounts Loti’s stay in Tahiti and his relationship with a young Tahitian woman named Rarahu, whilst he was stationed in Papeete. The story follows a naval officer, Harry Grant (Loti’s literary alter ego), who embraces the rhythms of Tahitian life and enters into a temporary ‘marriage’ with the young woman. Their intense but brief romance ends tragically when the officer leaves the island, leaving Rarahu heartbroken. The narrative is a notable example of 19th-century romantic exoticism, offering evocative descriptions of Polynesian landscapes and culture whilst reflecting the complex encounter between European visitors and indigenous society during the period of French colonial expansion. At the buyer’s request, we shall be happy to provide a general report on the condition of the lot described above. However, as we are not professional conservators or restorers, we strongly advise potential buyers to carry out their own inspection or to consult a specialist of their choice to obtain a comprehensive assessment of the lot’s condition. Descriptions of items provided in the catalogue or by correspondence are for information purposes only and should not be regarded as a definitive assessment. NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSION REGARDING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD ‘AS IS’, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF SALE PUBLISHED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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About the sale RARE BOOKS & MANUSCRIPTS: Antique books § Autographs, rare editions, photographs § Works on paper
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Auction time 10/29/2026 at 2:30 PM
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