first edition Softcover
1927 · Paris
by Fortelle, Victor de La (Ed.); Jean Cocteau et al.
Paris: Art & Industrie, 1927. First edition. Softcover. Very good condition. Folio. viii, 55 [1]pp. Original color-illustrated gray stiff wraps with blue lettering on cover., protected by modern mylar. Cover illustration by P. Boutel de Monvel. Contains a photo-illustrated introduction to gardens in Paris with full page b/w photographs, a photo-illustrated depiction of the "Hotel du Paintre" by Walther Guggenbuhl, a photo-illustrated contribution on window display, and various contributions on decoration, including how to hang curtains in modern interiors, etc. Two contributions are reserved for the Stuttgart Werkbund Exposition and the XXI. Automobile Salon. Paul Brandt introduces ideas for the modern "Autumn Living Room," followed by several pages with announcements on museum events with a calendar of expositions, etc. Several pages at front and rear with illustrated advertisements, including inside and back covers. Text in French. Wraps with light wear along edges and some light staining on back cover.
(Inventory #: 53463)