Alain Letort - Très Admirable Bestiaire Fantastique - 1973

"Very admirable fantastical bestiary, or the true nature of the animals of the Moon and of the other planets." Original edition of the first work by ALAIN LETORT printed on Arches pure chiffon vellum at 300 copies (50 hors commerce and 250 numbered from 1 to 250). This copy bears number 171. Rare complete work of its 50 lithographic plates (signed in the plate by the artist) + title page + colophon page + black cloth-covered case + original box. In-folio, loose in a full ebony buckram slipcase and cover, flat spine, title struck lengthwise in white on black. Dimensions with the box: 51.5 x 38.6 cm. Size of the plates: 50 x 36 cm. Weight of the work: 3.1 kg Honfleur, Editions Yvon Gay, (1973). The lot will be shipped in an appropriate package with insurance, to the home or to a pickup point. For countries subject to restrictions, please verify that you are able to receive the package.

Estimate:£185.5

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