Les Côtes normandes.
This is an exceptionally illustrated book that takes the reader on a visual journey along the Normandy coast, captured by the masterful hand of Raoul Dufy. The vibrant lithographs, including spectacular double-page color illustrations, capture the essence of this iconic region. The book masterfully combines Michel de Saint-Pierre's textual exploration with Dufy's distinctive artistic flair, resulting in a work of both literary and artistic significance. Its meticulous execution and limited edition make it a sought-after object for both art enthusiasts and collectors of rare books. It offers a unique glimpse into the maritime landscapes and vibrant atmosphere of Normandy, filtered through the expressive style of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. The combination of theme and illustrations makes it a feast for the eyes and a rich addition to any library.
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SAINT-PIERRE Michel de
Dufy, Raoul
Les Côtes normandes.
1961 | Paris | Pierre de Tartas
A visual feast and an essential work celebrating the Normandy coast, enriched by the expressive art of Raoul Dufy.
This is an exceptionally illustrated book that takes the reader on a visual journey along the Normandy coast, captured by the masterful hand of Raoul Dufy. The vibrant lithographs, including spectacular double-page color illustrations, capture the essence of this iconic region. The book masterfully combines Michel de Saint-Pierre's textual exploration with Dufy's distinctive artistic flair, resulting in a work of both literary and artistic significance. Its meticulous execution and limited edition make it a sought-after object for both art enthusiasts and collectors of rare books. It offers a unique glimpse into the maritime landscapes and vibrant atmosphere of Normandy, filtered through the expressive style of one of the most influential artists of the 20th century. The combination of theme and illustrations makes it a feast for the eyes and a rich addition to any library.
€750
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Format
In-4 (Quarto) approx. 25 × 32 cm
Edition Particulars
1 of 40 numbered copies on Japanese nacre paper, signed by the author, with a decomposition of the colors of a plate on vélin de Rives, a suite of the double plates in black on grand vélin d'Arches, and 3 of the 5 double-page color plates on vélin d'Arches.
Print Run
305
Copy Number
33
Paper
Japon nacré
Inscription
Signed by the Author
Product DETAIL
The book "Les Côtes normandes" by Michel de Saint-Pierre, illustrated by Raoul Dufy, immerses the reader in the beauty and atmosphere of the Normandy coastline. The text describes the landscapes, maritime culture, and history of the region, often interspersed with personal observations and anecdotes. Dufy's illustrations perfectly complement the text, visualizing the vibrancy of the coast with his characteristic brushstrokes and use of color. It is a celebration of the French coast, seen through the eyes of both a writer and an artist. The edition appeals to lovers of French culture, travel literature, and modern art, offering a poetic exploration of a beloved French landscape.
Derain, André
Amis & Amille. Mystère du XIVe siècle.
This sumptuously bound book brings a medieval mystery to life through a rare collaboration between ancient literature and modern illustration. The geometric box design on garnet morocco provides striking contrast. André Derain’s 22 color lithographs – including one double and three full-page – enhance the narrative with expressive visual force. Printed on Rives vellum in an edition of 180 numbered copies, this copy (No. 72) was made for Baroness Vaxelaire and includes a suite on fine Japanese paper. The binding by Lucie Weill exemplifies artisanal excellence. A harmonious blend of narrative tradition and graphic daring.
Illustrated Book
€1,460
Michaux, Henri · Bettencourt, Pierre
Arriver à se réveiller
A rare first edition of Arriver à se réveiller, written by Henri Michaux in the tremulous post-war years. The text unfolds as an inward journey toward lucidity, where sleep and waking mirror each other. Printed and published by Pierre Bettencourt in his own workshop, the edition’s small run preserves the work’s intimacy. The title-page vignette, a linocut by Bettencourt, sets a spare, rhythmic visual key that amplifies Michaux’s vigilant, vulnerable tone. This copy is handsomely bound in brown morocco with balsa boards by Miguet, a tactile nod to lightness under tension. For bibliophiles, it is an exemplary union of poetry, craft, and experiment. The volume embodies the independence of the post-war small press and Michaux’s radical sensitivity.
Illustrated Book
€680
Char, Rene · Stael, Nicolas de
Arrière-histoire du poème pulvérisé
*Arrière-histoire du poème pulvérisé* is a later illustrated edition of a key text in which René Char looks back on the genesis and inner background of *Le Poème pulvérisé*. Published in 1972 by Imprimerie Union, it opens with a colour frontispiece by Nicolas de Staël. The pairing of Char and de Staël is especially charged: two post-war voices, each seeking concentration, clarity, and rupture in his own medium. This copy is one of only six hors commerce copies on Arches and is signed. The autograph presentation inscription to Doctor Marcel Zara, with poetic quotation and October 1972 dating, makes it a deeply personal copy.
