305: M.B. De MONVEL (1850-1913) ILLUSTRATED CHILDREN'S BOOKS

Louis-Maurice Boutet De Monvel (1850-1913)
(Late 19th century)
Six French children's books illustrated by M.B. De Monvel:.

1) 'Vieilles Chansons et Danses pour les Petits Enfants,' Plon-Nourrit et Cie, Paris. Good condition noting light toning, some staining to the cloth cover.

2) 'La Civilite Peurile et Honnete,' E. Plon. Nourrit et Cie, Paris. All pages are present, but separated from the spine, stains to the cover.

3) 'La Fontaine, Fables Choisies Pour Les Enfants,' E. Plon, Nourrit Et Cie, Paris.

4) 'Joan of Arc,' (lavender cover), The Century Co., New York. Very good condition noting light toning, foxing and light stains to the cover.

5) 'Joan of Arc,' (burgundy cover), The Century Co., New York, 1912. Very good condition noting shelf wear to the cover and slight bowing.

6) 'Jeane D'Arc,' Plon-Nourrit & Cie, Paris. Former library book with a chipped corner on the title page, light toning and staining.
Joan of Arc measures 9.75 x 13 inches.
Condition noted in the descriptions.
Provenance: The Estate of Robert Allan Haas.
$50 - $500