Cotillon by Laborde (14 results)

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Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Le Cotillon. Book.

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Oblong folio. Original publisher's decorative textured paper boards. 1f. (title within decorative floral border gilt), [iv] (preface and introduction) + 15 lithographic plates + 19 pp. text explaining the steps with illustrative diagrams + [i] (blank) pp. With 15 attractive lithographic plates on dark ivory ground, most with tissue guards, illustrating couples performing various dances, titled as follows: Salon des Cours de Mr. Laborde after A. Faivre; Les Fleurs; Les Ronds, No. 3; Les deux Dames présentées; Le Coussin; L'Eventail; Le Colin Maillard assis; Le Chapeau; Le Mouchoir; Les 4 Coins assis; Les Ronds, No. 1; Le Moulinet; Les bras levés; Le Rond; and Le Rond déployé. Binding slightly worn and soiled; some spotting to margins; joints tender; contemporary signature to front pastedown endpaper partially erased. Foxing throughout, primarily to blank margins of illustrative plates. Another edition of the present work was published in Paris by Heugel at about this same time with seven pages of music for the dances described.…

Condition: Good. Album in-4 oblungo (mm. 235x310) titolo, pp (4), 19 (1 b), 14 tavole eseguite in litografia raffiguranti balletti, 7pp  di spartito musicale per pianoforte "Air du cotillon", testo in lingua francese. Legatura in cartonato editoriale, al piatto superiore titolo entro cornice oro. Fioriture nei margini bianchi delle tavole, timbro dell'editore nel margine inferiore del foglio di titolo. Book. …

Couverture rigide. Bertaut | Paris 1853 (S.d) | 23.50 x 30.50 cm | relié | Edition originale composée de 15 lithographies sépia, illustrant les différentes figures du Cotillon. Cartonnage de l'éditeur crème et or, recouvert de papier moirée glacée. Coiffe supérieure enfoncée. Salissures. Coins émoussés. Bon exemplaire. Danse de salon créé vers 1820 qui fit fureur à la fin des bals, principaux lieux de divertissements mondains de l'époque, le cotillon mêlait jeux de société et danses ; composée de plusieurs figures (les fleurs, la chasse aux mouchoirs, le ruban, les cavaliers, etc.) et d'accessoires, elle pouvait durer jusqu'à deux heures et davantage selon le conducteur du cotillon. 19 pages de textes expliquent dans l'ouvrages les figures du cotillon. Exemple, le chapeau : Le cavalier conducteur remet à sa dame un chapeau et forme autour d'elle avec plusieurs cavaliers un cercle en tournant rapidement. La dame met le chapeau sur la tête du valseur qu'elle choisit. La plupart des danses reposaient sur la polka ou la valse. Du fait de la proximité des danseurs, le cotillon était un excellent moyen de flirt discret. | [ENGLISH DESCRIPTION FOLLOWS] First edition composed of 15 sepia lithographs, illustrating the different figures of the Cotillon. Publisher's cream and gold boards, covered with glazed moiré paper. Top headcap pushed in. Soiling. Corners slightly bumped. Good copy. A ballroom dance created around 1820 which became wildly popular at the end of balls, the main venues for fashionable entertainment of the era, the cotillon mixed parlor games and dances; composed of several figures (the flowers, the handkerchief chase, the ribbon, the cavaliers, etc.) and accessories, it could last up to two hours and more depending on the cotillon leader. 19 pages of text in the work explain the figures of the cotillon. For example, the hat: The leading cavalier gives his lady a hat and forms a circle around her with several cavaliers, turning rapidly. The lady places the hat on the head of the waltzer she chooses. Most of the dances were based on the polka or the waltz. Due to the proximity of the dancers, the cotillon was an excellent means of discreet flirtation. *.…

Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: French. Language: French. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1853. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - French, Pages:- 64, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 64 64.…