Emilie Zola - Magnifique collection de 20 volumes d’Émile...

Magnificent collection of 20 volumes of Emile Zola – Editions Famot Geneva – 1980 – Decorated bindings – French literature Superb ensemble of 20 works by Emile Zola, one of the greatest French writers of the 19th century, published by the prestigious Editions Famot in Geneva, with a legal deposit dating from the first quarter of 1980. This splendid collection constitutes a very handsome literary and decorative ensemble, ideal for lovers of classical literature, bibliophiles, collectors of old books, and lovers of beautiful bindings. Elegant and refined bindings The 20 volumes display a remarkable aesthetic harmony, with exquisite tawny-colored bindings adorned with rich geometric and gold floral patterns. Each spine is embellished with two elegant black labels bearing, in gold lettering, the author’s name EMILE ZOLA as well as the title of the work and the tome number. The gilded decorations, symmetrical motifs, and the contrasts between tawny and black give this set a particularly distinguished character. Aligned on a bookshelf, these volumes form a homogeneous and elegant collection, evoking the charm of traditional libraries and great literary collections. An exceptional literary heritage Émile Zola (1840-1902), a leading figure of French naturalism, remains one of the most important writers in the history of European literature. His novels offer an extraordinary fresco of 19th-century French society, exploring social conditions, human passions, family conflicts, the working world, the bourgeoisie, and the economic transformations of his era. This collection notably includes several works belonging to the famous Rougon-Macquart cycle – Natural history and social history of a family under the Second Empire – considered one of the most ambitious roman (novel) projects in French literature. Titles present in the lot 20 volumes visible in the photographs: 1. La Curée – Tome 2 2. Au Bonheur des Dames – Tome 2 3. Pot-Bouille – Tome 2 4. Pot-Bouille – Tome 1 5. Le Ventre de Paris – Tome 1 6. Une Page d’Amour – Tome 2 7. La Conquête de Plassans – Tome 2 8. Son Excellence Eugène Rougon – Tome 1 9. L’Œuvre – Tome 1 10. La Conquête de Plassans – Tome 1 11. Germinal – Tome 1 12. L’Assommoir – Tome 1 13. Nouveaux Contes à Ninon – Tome 2 14. Germinal – Tome 2 15. Le Rêve / La Bête humaine – Tome 1 16. La Fortune des Rougon – Tome 1 17. L’Œuvre – Tome 2 18. Le Docteur Pascal – Tome 1 19. La Terre – Tome 2 20. La Terre – Tome 1 This set gathers several of Emile Zola’s most famous novels, including Germinal, L’Assommoir, Au Bonheur des Dames, La Terre, Pot-Bouille and L’Œuvre. It is a lot of 20 volumes, comprising several supplementary tomes, and not a complete complete edition. Bibliographic information - Author: Émile Zola (1840-1902) - Publisher: Editions Famot, Geneva, Switzerland - Year: 1980 - Legal deposit: First quarter 1980 - Printing: Spain - Distribution: François Beauval - Language: French - Number of volumes: 20 - Binding: Hardcover, decorative - Color: Tawny with gold ornaments and black labels - Genre: French classical literature, novels, naturalism - Literary period: 19th century The photographed legal mentions pages confirm the production of Editions Famot in Geneva and the legal deposit of 1980. Condition Good overall condition for this ensemble of books dating from several decades. The bindings show a beautiful uniformity, with decorations and gold inscriptions still clearly visible. Some light signs of use, rubbing or time marks may be present, in keeping with the age of the volumes. The photographs allow appreciation of the general presentation of the collection. The interior condition of each volume has not been checked individually. An ideal collection for lovers of fine books This magnificent lot will particularly suit: - Enthusiasts of Emile Zola and French literature. - Lovers of fine 20th-century bound editions. - Fans of the Rougon-Macquart cycle. - Bibliophiles seeking homogeneous sets. - Lovers of library, reading room, or study room decoration. - Anyone wishing to offer an elegant and timeless literary gift. A beautiful opportunity to enrich a library More than a simple set of books, this collection of 20 volumes constitutes a fine homage to the work of Emile Zola and to French literary heritage. With their richly decorated bindings, backs adorned with gold, and their remarkable visual unity, these volumes will bring a touch of prestige, tradition, and refinement to any library. A very beautiful ensemble of classic literature, combining the pleasure of reading with the elegance of collectible books. Sale of the lot of 20 volumes shown in the photographs.

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