Description:
Autor: Gertrude A. Konstam. Ella and Nelia CASELLA - The Casella Sisters, illustrators.Title : Désirs, Danses et Désappointements. (Desires, Dances & Disappointments).Publisher: Paris, Firmin Didot & Cie, no date 1890. First Edition.Language: Text in FrenchSize: 9" X 8".Pages: 31 pages.Binding: Attractive and very good original illustrated softcover binding (hinges fine, slightly worn and scuffed - as shown) under a protective removable mylar cover. A rare find in any condition!Content: Very good content (bright, tight, and clean - as shown).Illustrations: Complete with intext drawings and twelve beautiful color full-page illustrations by the Casella Sisters.****
The book: Scarce in such a nice condition - illustrated French edition of this book on the subtle art of 19th Century "salon" dances...