Pierre ALBERT-BIROT (1876–1967). *The Six Books of Grabinoul - Lot 79

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Pierre ALBERT-BIROT (1876–1967). *The Six Books of Grabinoul - Lot 79
Pierre ALBERT-BIROT (1876–1967). *The Six Books of Grabinoulor*. Published by Jean-Michel Place, 2007. Limited edition of 2,500 copies; one of 60 numbered in full margin (copy 4/60). 4 original engravings presented in a cream-colored paper portfolio (stitched). Aquatint heliographic engravings on etched copper plates. Hand-printed one at a time on an intaglio press, on white Rives BFK paper, 300 g pure rag. Atelier Pierre Brochet, 48 Rue du Pont, 77890 Beaumont-du-Gâtinais. Engraving No. 1: Hélène Chapelain-Midy and Pierre Albert-Birot at Les Feuillantines, circa 1911. Print made from a negative on glass, original size 9 x 12 cm, by an unknown artist. Engraving No. 2: Self-portrait of Pierre Albert-Birot at his desk, 26 Rue du Départ, circa 1918. Print from a stereographic glass negative, original size 4.2 x 4.3 cm. Engraving No. 3: Self-portrait of Pierre Albert-Birot with Germaine Albert-Birot at their home, 26 Rue du Départ, circa 1918. Print from a stereographic glass negative, size 4.2 x 4.3 cm. The delicate restoration of this vintage photograph was carried out by Pictorial Service using a mounting table. Engraving No. 4: Portrait of Pierre Albert-Birot by René-Jacques. Reproduction of a 1933 paper print. Engraving signed by the photographer. The original photograph is part of the René-Jacques donation to the Heritage Mission.
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