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KÂ- MONDO / KAPANDJI MORHANGE

288 - SAMAIN, Albert and MOSSA, G.A. *Xanthis, or The Sentimental …
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Estimate €100 - €150
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SAMAIN, Albert and MOSSA, G.A. *Xanthis, or The Sentimental Showcase*. A charming illustrated edition of this sensual and dreamlike tale by two leading figures of Symbolism. Paris, Ferroud, 1920, In-8, aubergine shagreen, smooth spine, front cover adorned with a stamped fan and enhanced in colour, with the letter X in gold lettering at the centre; original covers preserved. 44 pp., half-title page, frontispiece, 4 plates, 4 headpieces, 4 tailpieces and initials; all enhanced in colour by Eugène Charpentier. Three slight indentations on the second cover of the binding and a few minor scuffs; the margins of the cover are slightly browned. Illustrated edition by Gustave Adolphe Mossa (1883–1971), a Symbolist painter. In this tale, Albert Samain (1858–1900) portrays Xanthis, the ideal of unattainable beauty. Limited edition of 1,025 copies; this is number 775, printed on Arches vellum. Ex-libris vignette by T. Froissard. A charming binding for this copy, which is in fine condition.
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About the sale Sale of collectable books and first editions – Varia III –
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Auction time 09/14/2026 at 2:00 PM
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