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Des Bonshommes.

  • ARTIST: Albert Guillaume

  • PUBLISHER: H. Simonis Empis, Editor,

  • MEDIUM: Hand colored lithographs on japon paper,

    DATE: 1893.

  • EDITION SIZE: Paper size 14 x 10 3/4" (35.5 x 27.3 cm).

  • DESCRIPTION: Preface by Francis Chevassu, 11 pp. of hand colored lithographs, loose, text in French, folio., orig wraps. <br><br> Albert Guillaume—one of France’s leading Belle Époque illustrators—was known for his sharp, humorous depictions of Parisian society. Des Bonshommes comes from his 1893 satirical series showcasing lively character studies of everyday people in the capital. Printed on delicate japon paper and hand colored, the lithograph reflects Guillaume’s elegant linework, expressive faces, and playful social commentary.

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  • CONDITION: Good condition, corner of title page torn.

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