DORIAN (Jean-Pierre) Jours et nuits de Paris. Illustrated with 16 color compositions out of text by TOUCHAGUES. 1 vol. in-4 paperback. Paris Editions Mondiales 1953. Original edition. Printed at 999 numbered copies, this one 1 of 983 on Alfama du marais (n° 205). E.A.S. from Dorian to Marie Bell " For Marie Bell (the "e" remained dumb of admiration!) Affectionately J.P. Dorian Paris oct 1953 ". E.A.S. of Touchagues to Marie Bell " I am not dumb except in front of you! Touchagues Paris 1953 " with a drawing of a lady in the shape of heart. Cover warped and some foxing. Good condition inside. Not cut.

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