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The Samba Diouf Hike by J and J Tharaud

Name: The Samba Diouf Hike by J and J Tharaud
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: 3Y7LGS3YW9
Price: 380 EUR
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Period 20th century

Style Art Deco

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J. and J. Tharaud – Illustrations by Madrassi
Paris, Éditions Lapina, 1927
Description
First edition of *La Randonnée de Samba Diouf*, a superb illustrated work published in 1927 by Éditions Lapina, one of the leading publishers of art and bibliophile books between the two World Wars.
This text by Jérôme and Jean Tharaud, devoted to French West Africa, is presented here in its first deluxe illustrated edition, enriched with original drypoint etchings by Madrassi, who also created all the compositions.
The book was printed in 400 numbered copies on various high-quality papers (Imperial Japan, Old Japanese, China, Rives B.F.K.).
Copy no. 261, as indicated in the colophon.

Illustrations & Technique
Original illustrations by Madrassi
Drypoint etchings engraved by the artist himself
Printed in the Lapina workshops, under his direct supervision
Distinctly Art Deco aesthetic, elegant and refined
Binding
Full red morocco binding
Spine with raised bands and gilt title
Covers decorated with a painted geometric motif (Art Deco style)
High-quality binding, unsigned, from a fine workshop.

Condition
Very good overall condition
Clean interior, quality paper
High-contrast engravings
Sturdy and decorative binding, a beautiful library item
Technical details
Publisher: Lapina
Year: 1927
Print run: 400 copies
Copy: No. 261
Language: French
Dimensions: H 28 x W 23 cm
Why we love it
A true artist's book
Limited and numbered edition
Original engraved illustrations
Superb Art Deco binding
A sought-after piece in 20th-century French bibliophilia

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Additional Information

Condition	Very good
Style	Art Deco (Old books of Art Deco Style)
Period	20th century (Old books 20th century)
Country of origin	France
Artist	Madrassi
Width (cm)	23
Height (cm)	28
Materials	Paper