LE FAURE (Georges 1856-1953). (Two books). THE UNDERWATER WAR. Illustrated book of 120 drawings by Fernand Fau. Colour cover by José Roy. E. Dentu, Publisher. 1892. 332 pages. Polychrome cardboard with bevelled edges, with a beautiful composition and cover by José Roy. Paul Souze's bookbinding. First edition. THE EXPLOITS OF A CABRELOCHE. Work decorated with 100 unpublished drawings by Fernand Fau. E. Dentu. 1895. 311 pages. Polychrome cardboard with bevelled edges (snagged caps, blunt corners), historiated by José Roy. Paul Souze's bookbinding.

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