Leonard Rosenthal / Léon Carré - Au Jardin des Gemmes - 1924

In the Garden of Gems, by Léonard Rosenthal, with illustrations by Léon Carré. Paris, L’Édition d’Art H. Piazza, 1924. First illustrated edition of this work devoted to precious stones, their history, legends and symbolism. The volume is richly illustrated with 12 color plates by Léon Carré, accompanied by numerous ornaments, borders, and initials printed in several tones and in gold. Copy number 887, part of the edition of 2,250 numbered copies. Half morocco binding with gold decoration on the spine and marbled paper boards. Complete copy, with the illustrations and the cover preserved.

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