Tapis Roumains (Romanian Rugs)
Paris: Ernst Henri, ND (ca 1928). First edition. Hardcover. Folio. [6]pp (Title, Introduction, and list of plates), 34 loose plates, as issued. Original half cloth over decorative paper covered portfolio, with two string ties. Collection of 34 striking pochoir plates (printed over collotype) tipped onto heavy mounts, showing 61 examples of fine Romanian rugs with traditional designs and hand-made patterns. Includes an introduction by Alexandru Tzigara-Samurcas, a Romanian art historian, ethnographer, museologist and cultural journalist, also known as local champion of art conservation, Romanian Police leader and pioneer radio broadcaster. Portfolio sunned and partly rubbed along edges. Lower corners bumped (not affecting pages throughout). Moderate age-toning along paper margin. Text in French. Binding in overall fair, interior in good to good+, collotypes in very good condition. g to g+. Item #37927
Price: $450.00