Description: Les Douze Cesars by Tranquillus C. Suetonius Author: Schmied, Francois Louis (Illustrator) Title: Les Douze Cesars by Tranquillus C. Suetonius Publication: Paris: Chez F.-L Schmied, 1928 Description: Hardcover. 327 pages. 29 x 18 cm. Limited edition, copy 86 of 175 on velin d'Arches, signed by Schmied in pencil. Frontispiece of the golden Roman eagle, and full page color wood engravings of the twelve emperors, Printed in red and black, full page art deco chapter designs in gold and black, plus additional color wood engraved illustrations with the text. Translation by Joseph Esteve, preface by Louis Barthou, De L'Academie Francaise. Schmied's books were expensive to produce, always printed in a very limited edition, usually no more than 100-200 copies. His subscription strategy, seeking wealthy bibliophiles worked during the 1920's, then the depression hit, the end arrived: forced him to sell off most of his assets and close his shop. NASTI. Schmied B12. Wrappers and interior contents fine, slight chip to upper chemise label, a few nicks to slipcase. Unbound as issued in original printed wrappers housed in publisher's red board and cloth chemise with black cloth spine labels Near fine in matching very good board slipcase decorated at borders in black. Seller ID: 18690 Subject: Art Deco, Book Arts, Design Royoung Bookseller We are ABAA [Antiquarian Booksellers' Association of America] & ILAB [International League of Antiquarian Booksellers] members, specializing in General Antiquarian, Book Arts, Architecture, Literature, Travel and Natural History. The purchase of individual items and book collections are also a priority. Terms All orders ship within two business days. Standard mail is USPS Media Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available. We offer combined shipping on multiple orders. All items are guaranteed to be as described or they may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.
Price: 5445 USD
Location: Ardsley, New York
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Author: Schmied, Francois Louis (Illustrator
Publisher: Chez F.-L Schmied
Year Printed: 1928
Binding: Hardcover
Language: English
