88 - CARCO, Francis. Dignimont.

CARCO, Francis. Dignimont. First edition of this tribute by Francis Carco to the work of his friend André Dignimont, illustrated with an original signed lithograph, 17 in-text illustrations, and a series of 41 color reproductions. A rare copy enhanced with 2 original watercolors and an original drawing, all signed by Dignimont. Monte Carlo, André Sauret, 1946. Folio size, loose-leaf, illustrated and padded cover, with the publisher’s slipcase and case. 39 pages, 1 original lithograph signed by the artist as a frontispiece, 17 black-and-white compositions reproduced in the text, and 41 loose-leaf plates, most in color. Slight scuffing on the slipcase and the case. First edition of this monograph by Francis Carco on the work of André Dignimont. Limited edition of 410 copies; this is one of 385 numbered copies on Vélin de Rives paper (No. 270), featuring a lithograph signed and numbered by the artist as the frontispiece, followed by the series of 41 reproductions, covering all of the artist’s favorite themes (brothels, Parisian street scenes, women, cabarets, landscapes). A rare copy enhanced with two original color watercolors and an original drawing signed by Dignimont. A beautiful copy, complete with all its plates in perfect condition.