Harmonies Printanières – Pierre Delider – 1906 Antique French Poetry Book – Art Nouveau Floral Cover
Beautiful antique French poetry book published in 1906, featuring an elaborately decorated cloth hardcover with distinctive Art Nouveau floral designs.
Harmonies Printanières – Seconds Accents is a collection of poetry by the French author Pierre Delider, containing poems written between 1904 and 1906. The book also features illustrations by the author himself.
Published in Paris in 1906 by Librairie Léon Vanier, with Albert Messein as successor.
The most striking feature of this book is its richly illustrated front cover, decorated with large pink and coral-colored flowers, green and dark reddish-brown leaves, and delicate small blue blossoms against a warm golden-brown background.
* Title: Harmonies Printanières – Seconds Accents
* Author: Pierre Delider
* Publication year: 1906
* Poems dated: 1904–1906
* Place of publication: Paris, France
* Publisher: Librairie Léon Vanier / Albert Messein
* Illustrations: By the author
* Language: French
* Binding: Decorative cloth hardcover
* Style: Art Nouveau / Jugendstil, early 20th century
Condition:
Antique condition with visible signs of age and use.
The covers show some discoloration, staining, scuffs, and wear along the edges and corners. Parts of the gilt lettering on the front cover are faded and less legible.
The back cover has visible marks and discoloration, particularly towards the upper section.
The spine shows some wear, although the gold lettering remains visible.
The pages have age-related yellowing and darkened edges.
Despite the wear, the colorful floral decoration on the front cover remains attractive, with its distinctive flowers, foliage, and original colors clearly visible.
Please examine all photographs carefully for a closer assessment of the condition.