Sold by Nudelman Rare Books, Seattle, WA, U.S.A.
Association Member:
AbeBooks Seller since June 24, 2002
Seller rating 3 out of 5 stars
Offered here is a superb original WWI gouache (18. 5 x 12.5 inches) by the famous bookbinder and artist Pierre Legrain (1889-1929), the cover design made for the legendary "La Baionnette" (June, 29,1916). Gouache, ink and collage on paper mounted to card, signed lower right and dated "16." A fabulous and dynamic image with bayonet lashing into a shield, exquisite graphic lettering and composition. For this modern master, it was strictly personal; his mother was Belgian. Pierre Legrain, born in Levallois-Perret, France in 1889, became associated with Jacques Doucet in 1919, who entrusted him with the binding of his books. In 1920, he exhibited his first bindings at the Salon des Artistes Decorateurs, while pursuing other artistic endeavors, including painting and graphic arts. He developed into one of France s premier bookbinders, and his paintings go for very high prices at auction.
Seller Inventory # 6674
Returnable within 5 days provided advance notice is given. Notice should be provided by email after
receipt and decision to return. All items are as described and Nudelman Books makes every effort for
clarity and preciseness in description, but errors do occur and the seller makes no guarantees for ultimate
accuracy. Please direct all inquiries to our business contact information as follows: Nudelman Rare Books/
P.O. Box 25339, Seatlle, WA 98165 email: info@nudelmanbooks.com phone: 206-914-1814
Shipping costs are based on books weighing 2.2 LB, or 1 KG. If your book order is heavy or oversized, we may contact you to let you know extra shipping is required.
| Order quantity | 5 to 14 business days | 3 to 6 business days |
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| First item | US$ 17.50 | US$ 30.00 |
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