121 affiches placardées sur les murs de France pendant la période révolutionnaire 1789-1795 rassemblées par André Rossel [en collaboration avec Madame L. Ponomarenko] ; maquette de François Doat








Book Description
Large portfolio (370 x 525mm), 12 pages introductory text and annotated chronological index, 119 (of 121) facsimile placards, loose in publisher’s portfolio as issued, printed on different papers, size of plates varies, 1 plate folding, printed on different papers, various hues.
Dealer Notes
A series of French revolutionary posters in facsimile printed from 4 July 1789 to 16 July 1795. The chronological classification follows the political and administrative developments of the period, mirroring the political turmoil but also the substance of everyday life.
From the originals in the national archives of the Bibliothèque Nationale, the Bibliothèque historique of the city of Paris, the Musée Carnavalet, the collections of the Théatre francais and in private collections.
From the originals in the national archives of the Bibliothèque Nationale, the Bibliothèque historique of the city of Paris, the Musée Carnavalet, the collections of the Théatre francais and in private collections.
Author
André Rossel-Kirschen (1926-2007)
Date
1967
Binding
Grey board portfolio with mounted 'blue blanc rouge' cover design and red cloth ties
Publisher
Paris: Ed. Les yeux ouverts
Illustrator
Design by François Doat
Condition
Portfolio somewhat darkened and scuffed, title-page creased and small light stain in front margin, some sheets showing edge wear
Pages
pp. [12]; [119 of 121] pl.
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