Les Douze Cesars by Tranquillus C. Suetonius
Schmied, Francois Louis (Illustrator)
Published by Chez F.-L Schmied, Paris, 1928
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327 pages. 29 x 18 cm. Limited edition, copy 86 of 175 on velin d'Arches, signed by Schmied in pencil. Frontispiece of the golden Roman eagle, and full page color wood engravings of the twelve emperors, Printed in red and black, full page art deco chapter designs in gold and black, plus additional color wood engraved illustrations with the text. Translation by Joseph Esteve, preface by Louis Barthou, De L'Academie Francaise. Schmied's books were expensive to produce, always printed in a very limited edition, usually no more than 100-200 copies. His subscription strategy, seeking wealthy bibliophiles worked during the 1920's, then the depression hit, the end arrived: forced him to sell off most of his assets and close his shop. NASTI. Schmied B12. Wrappers and interior contents fine, slight chip to upper chemise label, a few nicks to slipcase. Unbound as issued in original printed wrappers housed in publisher's red board and cloth chemise with black cloth spine labels Near fine in matching very good board slipcase decorated at borders in black. Seller Inventory # 18690
Bibliographic Details
Title: Les Douze Cesars by Tranquillus C. Suetonius
Publisher: Chez F.-L Schmied, Paris
Publication Date: 1928
Binding: Hardcover
Signed: Signed by Author(s)
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