De Valentine Gross à Valentine Hugo: Boulogne-sur-Mer-Paris (1887-1968).

Texts and documents compiled by Béatrice Seguin.

Boulogne-sur-Mer, Bibliothèque municipale de Boulogne-sur-Mer, 2000.
4to, 182 pp., ill.

In original pictorial wrappers.
Near very good condition, very lightly rubbed.

The book is a comprehensive exploration of the life and legacy of Valentine Hugo (1887–1968), a prominent French artist and writer. This collection brings together texts and documents that reflect various aspects of her life, from her childhood in Boulogne-sur-Mer to her cultural engagements in Paris. The book delves into Valentine Hugo's connections with influential figures, including artists, writers, and musicians such as Jean Cocteau, Erik Satie, and Paul Éluard. The texts offer personal insights into her relationships, artistic endeavors, and involvement with significant cultural movements, including the Ballets Russes and the world of modernist literature and art.