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Collete & Meheut's Regarde… - Volume with Numerous Lush Sea Life Illustrations

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Start price: $1,000

Estimated price: $6,000 - $8,000

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Description

This lush work on sea life is Sidonie Gabrielle Colette’s
Regarde par Colette et Meheut. The work was published in Paris by Jean-Guy Deschamps in 1929. The magnificent color illustrations were completed by Mathurin Meheut and stencilled by Jean Saude. This is number 595 of 750 total printed on Vidalon vellum, watermarked paper. There is a decorative cover, 2 near or full page illustrations and 12 in text illustrations.

Mathurin Meheut (1882-1958) was a French painter, draftsman, and sculptor. He was best known for his illustrations of the sea, nature, and Breton scenes.

Paper Size: ~ 11" by 15"

Paper Type or Special Features: Volume with Numerous Color Illustrations


Condition report:

The work is in very good to excellent condition overall. There may be a few minor imperfections or faint marks to be expected with age. Please review the image carefully for condition and contact us with any questions.

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