Sold by Triolet Rare Books, ABAA/ILAB, Los Angeles, CA, U.S.A.
Association Member:
AbeBooks Seller since June 14, 2011
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
[96] pp. Printed wrappers with French flaps. Some toning to extremities, spine a little browned. One of 200 numbered copies printed by Roger Lescaret for Harry and Caresse Crosby. Raised in Wyoming, Gerard Vernon Wallop, 9th Earl of Portsmouth, Viscount Lymington, fell in with the Crosbys in Paris; they "bowled him right over" and he enjoyed various decadences with them, taking a flat nearby at 1 Rue Gît-le-Coeur. This copy is inscribed "for Constance, with Gerard's love, January 4th 1929" with an Autograph Letter Signed laid in from Gerard to Constance. Constance was Constance Crowninshield Coolidge, the Comtesse de Jumilhac, Harry Crosby's "Lady of the Golden Horse," and the closest of his mistresses (Caresse noted years later, "All through the Paris years she was my most formidable antagonist, but I could not help immensely admiring her.") The letter, a single sheet folded, is undated but written from 1 Rue Git le Coeur. A breezy and charming note, Lymington presents his book "which has perhaps one merit- sincerity," along with compliments about their recent luncheon and an offer for her to visit the English countryside. Minkoff A-8.
Seller Inventory # 2401
We guarantee the condition of every book as it is described. Items are offered subject to prior sale. All purchases are subject to approval and returnable within 10 days. California residents will be charged appropriate sales tax. Institutions can be invoiced according to their needs. Reciprocal trade courtesies can be offered in most cases. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required, and conversely we can lower shipping costs on pamph...
Orders usually ship within 2 business days. Priority mail shipping via USPS. Standard shipping is via USPS Media Mail with tracking. International shipping via USPS International Priority Mail, USPS First Class Mail, UPS Worldwide, or as arranged with the buyer. Smaller lighter books may ship for less, please contact us for individual details.
| Order quantity | 5 to 14 business days | 3 to 6 business days |
|---|---|---|
| First item | US$ 4.50 | US$ 9.50 |
Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.
