L'Art Mimique
1901, a rare first edition of Charles Aubert's book on mime
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Printing Details
First French edition. Hardback, bound in burgundy textured cloth with simple gilt titling to upper board. 22.5 × 15cm, 248pp. French text.
A fascinating French book on the art of mime in which the author explores themes of non-verbal communication through expression and body movement, reflecting on how gestures and facial expressions can reveal hidden intentions and emotions. The book closes with a lengthy study of pantomime and a brief chapter on ballet. The book is illustrated throughout with simple line drawings of both facial expressions and body movements.
Condition
A rare first printing. The book is in good condition, with some sunning to the spine and rear board. The pages are comprehensively tanned throughout with the odd spot of blotchy foxing but remains in strong readable condition.