Avril, Paul (Artist)

[MENU] DINER des UMBRES DES BIBLIOPHILES CONTEMPORAINS; 6 avril 1895

1895. Cards. 25 x 18 cm. folded. Rare illustrated menu featuring the art of Paul Avril (signed on the cover) for the Contemporary Bibliophiles founded by Octave Uzanne. The image features a female nude, falling down, with a torch in her hand - with what looks like an explosion of books in the background. The image represents the disbanding of this society in 1894. Extensive menu featuring seven courses, four wines, a champagne, and liqueurs to finish. Covers toned with tape residue to the rear cover. 2 cm. small chip to rear cover. Cream illustrated cards. Good. Item #4041

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