22 - BRUANT (Aristide).

BRUANT (Aristide). La Lanterne. Paris, Librairie de la Caricature, 1897–1899. 86 issues, bound in 3 in-8 volumes, green half-percale in Bradel style, smooth spines, burgundy title labels. Complete collection of this famous magazine, richly illustrated and featuring songs, caricatures, and humorous texts, often written in slang. The main contributors were Aristide Bruant, Steinlein, Willy, Colette, Paul Alexis, Georges Courteline..., The last issue begins with: “It’s settled, my old friend Bibi, We’re going to close up shop. Truth be told, I’ve had enough of this nonsense And of reporting and criticism...” Only one cover has been preserved at the beginning of each volume. Slight foxing.