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BARRÈS (Maurice).

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The Death of Venice. Paris, Devambez, 1926. In-4, red morocco, large interlacing decoration drawn by mustard and green scrolls, with a composition of azure floral irons, spine decorated in the same way, inner frame decorated with a border of azure gilt irons, lining and endpapers of burgundy faille, gilt edges on witnesses, cover and spine, half-maroquin folder, slipcase (E. Maylander) 26 original etchings by Edgar Chahine. Edition of 231 copies, this one of 15 on old japon containing 3 states of the etchings and an original drawing in brown ink. Splendid binding by Maylander, in the style of the bindings executed for Jean Grolier. Scattered brown spots.

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