MONTESQUIOU Count Robert de (1855-1921). Les Perles rouges, 93 historical sonnets. Paris, Fasquelle, 1899; in-12, cherry half-maroquin with corners, spine ribbed, gilt head, cover (Patrice Goy). First edition on publisher's paper. Bibliographies do not mention a large paper. Collection of sonnets to the glory of Versailles, where Robert de Montesquiou (1855-1921) lived and organised sumptuous festivities. ☞ Autograph signed letter to Jean Lorrain "this other copy, without luxury, but not I hope without harmonies... - in spirit and in truth". - Spotting to the front cover. 📖 Talvart et Place, XIX, p. 315.