Le Roman d'un Petit Marin – H. et C. Guy – Superb Art Nouveau Hachette binding – 1914
Beautiful antique book titled "Le Roman d’un Petit Marin" (The Story of a Young Sailor), by H. and C. Guy, published by Hachette in Paris in 1914.
Very elegant red and black publisher's binding with rich gilded Art Nouveau and Japonisme-inspired decorations, typical of Hachette productions from the Belle Époque.
The book belongs to the "Bibliothèque des Écoles et des Familles" collection and features several illustrations by Alfred Paris.
A beautiful decorative object for an antique library, dark academia decor, or lovers of illustrated antique bindings.
Condition:
- overall clean and complete interior
- pages show some foxing due to age
- gilding still visible
- significant loss of cloth at the top of the spine and hinges
- wear and tear on caps and corners
- binding remains stable despite visible flaws
Dimensions:
26 x 18 x 3 cm
Title: Le Roman d’un Petit Marin
Authors: H. and C. Guy
Illustrations: Alfred Paris
Publisher: Librairie Hachette et Cie
Date: 1914
Ideal for collectors of antique books, library decoration, curiosity cabinets, or enthusiasts of Art Nouveau bindings.