[HEMARD, JOSEPH]. Hesse, Raymond. Fleurs de France. (Paris) La Tradition 1946 Quarto. 134pp. Of an edition of 550 copies, this is one of nineteen with an original signed drawing and an extra uncolored suite of the etchings. Amusing poetry about the personalities of flower species is complemented with Hemard's comical illustrations. As the publisher's introduction explains, the first edition had been issued in censored form under the Occupation in 1945. This postLiberation edition is suitably embellished with joyous and brightly hand-colored illustrations of anthropomorphic flowers. Unbound, as issued, in printed wrappers. Fine in lightly rubbed chemise and slipcase. Price: USD 950.00 other currencies   order no. 7175    inquire

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