Lot no. 79
FORNERET Xavier. Two destinies. Drama in five acts. Paris, J. N. Barba, Libraire, 1834; in-8, [8]-178 pp. half calf in the style of the 19th century, smooth spine decorated with gilt and cold filets and gilt fleurons, green parts, trimmed, cover and spine (Devauchelle). First edition of only 150 copies published by a good literary publisher. First work by the author, who financed the edition himself; the play was never performed. Woodcut vignette by Porret after Tony Johannot, printed on Chine. A fine copy, carefully washed and perfectly established by Devauchelle. Careful repairs to the printed cover.
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