109 etchings by Maurice De Becque, printed in colour by R. Routy, elaborate borders and decorations printed in green and black throughout. Two volumes. One of 200 copies on Vélin pur chiffon (this no. 163) of a total edition of 300. Sm. folio, original "elephant skin" leather with dramatic image in gilt and blind of an elephant coming out of the jungle, both volumes professionally rebacked with original spines laid down, slight chipping to edges of spine of first volume, occasional very light spotting but generally a very good set. Paris, Editions du Sagittaire. 1924
Booklabel of Rene Kieffer. De Becque (b.1878) was well known for his wildlife illustrations, these volumes display his art to fine effect. A remarkable edition of the Jungle Book.
