Edition: Limited Edition
Illustrated By: Michael Ayrton
Published By: Douglas Cleverdon for the Arcadia Press
This being a limited edition of 85 copies in total signed by the artisit, bound in quarter rich green morocco binding with gilt lettering and a rich marble boards the book remains in the felt lined slipcase, with this stunning etchings by Michael Ayrton, all are hand numbered pages, on thick un-trimmed paper, a stunning set of etchings.Etchings were printed at Studio Prints London on mould-made paper from Barcham Green Kent in 1972. Paul Verlaine, a poet from 1844-1896, wrote three secret collections of verse, including "Femmes" and "Hombres," which were largely inaccessible until the 1970s. These poems celebrate the pleasures of sex with detailed descriptions of relationships with both women and men.
Book Condition: Fine
Author: Verlaine, Paul
Binding: Hardback
Price £850.00
