
Description
French Porcelain hardcover book with slipcase. Book is in pristine condition having been protected by the case since 1961. It would make a great gift for the collector on your list.
Below are some descriptions from AI and other internet sites:
This is a hardcover book titled "French Porcelain: Pleasures and Treasures" by Hubert Landais.
The book was published in 1961 by G.P. Putnam's Sons.
It is a reference book for collectors, dealers, and historians of antique French porcelain.
The book contains 128 pages with 82 black-and-white and 34 color plates.
It covers the history and production of French porcelain from various factories, including Vincennes, Sèvres, Chantilly, Limoges, and St. Cloud.
FRENCH PORCELAIN - PLEASURES AND TREASURES by Hubert Landais. G.P. Putnam's Sons, NY, 1961.Profusely illustrated in color and black-and-white, this early out-of-print book reviews the history and production of many of the French porcelain factories. 82 black-and-white and 34 color plates depict stunning examples of beautiful French porcelain wares including Vincennes and Sevres, Chantilly, Limoges and Bordeaux, St. Cloud, and other factories. The narrative in this text is rich covering the history of the first French porcelains and the soft- and hard-paste porcelains - their development and refinement. Pictures include plates, cups and saucers, tea services, urns and vases, bowls, statues, and more. Although there is not a chapter on marks, marks are reviewed and incorporated in the text and photo plate descriptions. This is a must-buy book for the student, collector, dealer, or historian of antique French porcelain wares
Measures 8" x 8.75".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Book is in rare pristine condition, slipcase shows wear as shown in photo
Dimensions:
Height: 8.5 in.
Width: 8.25 in.
Depth: 0.5 in.
Category: Books
Origin: United States
Materials: Paper, Porcelain
Shipping:Domestic: Flat-rate of $27.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S. International: No International Shipping for this auction. Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding. Location: This item ships from Henderson, NV
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Below are some descriptions from AI and other internet sites:
This is a hardcover book titled "French Porcelain: Pleasures and Treasures" by Hubert Landais.
The book was published in 1961 by G.P. Putnam's Sons.
It is a reference book for collectors, dealers, and historians of antique French porcelain.
The book contains 128 pages with 82 black-and-white and 34 color plates.
It covers the history and production of French porcelain from various factories, including Vincennes, Sèvres, Chantilly, Limoges, and St. Cloud.
FRENCH PORCELAIN - PLEASURES AND TREASURES by Hubert Landais. G.P. Putnam's Sons, NY, 1961.Profusely illustrated in color and black-and-white, this early out-of-print book reviews the history and production of many of the French porcelain factories. 82 black-and-white and 34 color plates depict stunning examples of beautiful French porcelain wares including Vincennes and Sevres, Chantilly, Limoges and Bordeaux, St. Cloud, and other factories. The narrative in this text is rich covering the history of the first French porcelains and the soft- and hard-paste porcelains - their development and refinement. Pictures include plates, cups and saucers, tea services, urns and vases, bowls, statues, and more. Although there is not a chapter on marks, marks are reviewed and incorporated in the text and photo plate descriptions. This is a must-buy book for the student, collector, dealer, or historian of antique French porcelain wares
Measures 8" x 8.75".
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Book is in rare pristine condition, slipcase shows wear as shown in photo
Dimensions:
Height: 8.5 in.
Width: 8.25 in.
Depth: 0.5 in.
Category: Books
Origin: United States
Materials: Paper, Porcelain
Shipping:
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Book is in rare pristine condition, slipcase shows wear as shown in photo
Buyer's Premium
20%
Rare Book French Porcelain Pleasures and Treasures C1961 by Hubert Landais - Includes Slipcase
Estimate $40-$110
Starting Price
$7
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