The Story of Babar (Limited Edition) by Jean de Brunhoff - 2020

London: The Folio Society, 2020. Limited and Numbered Edition. Hardcover. Fine. Jean de Brunhoff. This is a large format facsimile of Jean de Brunhoff's first edition of Histoire de Babar accompanied by a commentary, reproductions of original sketches, and the author's maquette. This edition is limited to 750 numbered copies for sale, of which this is copy number 86. Facsimile volume quarter-bound in dark blue cloth with illustrated orange paper sides. Histoire de Babar, 56 pp. Commentary volume quarter-bound in orange cloth with illustrated dark blue paper sides. Commentary, 120 pp. The sketches, maquette, and limitation certificate are nicely presented in a portfolio, quarter-bound in red cloth with illustrated paper sides. The facsimile, commentary, and portfolio are all housed together in a presentation box quarter-bound in green cloth with illustrated paper sides secured with green ribbon. Publisher's pamphlet with additional information on this work laid inside box. Presentation box: 14½" x 10½"x 2¼". This limited edition publication is in fine condition. Due to the size and/or weight of these volumes, additional shipping might be needed. Full refund if not satisfied.