{"product_id":"livre-ancien-le-petit-roi-est-malade-edition-originale-reliure-retro-rare","title":"Old book The Little King is sick original edition rare retro binding","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW - Antique France Worldwide\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique book, titled \u003cb\u003eLe Petit Roi est malade\u003c\/b\u003e (The Little King is Sick), stands out for its elegant binding, as seen in the image. The cover features a refined geometric pattern, formed by red oblique lines and repeated golden emblems, giving the work a decidedly retro and neat appearance. The spine of the book, visible in the photo, displays the title and the author's name, Lucie Delarue-Mardrus, printed in fine, sober lettering. The entire cover is light-colored, with a slightly satiny effect and motifs reminiscent of mid-20th-century graphic style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe binding appears solid and well-preserved, with no apparent tears or crumbling on the visible area. The gilded embossed decoration adds a luxurious touch, typical of original or carefully produced editions of the era. The corners of the cover and the edges show good preservation, with no major damage perceptible in the photo. The geometric patterns and gilded interlacings are clear and regular, attesting to quality publishing work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe book is presented upright, allowing appreciation of the flatness of the cover and the alignment of the binding. No structural defects are visible on the displayed side. The book fits perfectly into a classic decor or an antique library, as evidenced by the wooden background and other bound books visible behind it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe title on the spine is legible: \"Le Petit Roi est malade\". No other text or illustration is visible on the displayed side, suggesting a sober and elegant edition, consistent with the standards of vintage bibliophilia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is distinguished by its retro aesthetic, its decorative binding, and its overall very satisfactory visual condition for an antique work. It will appeal to lovers of fine books, decorative bindings, or vintage items to display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsed book, sold as is. The visible cover shows good preservation, with no major tears or stains apparent in the photo. The corners and edges are clean. Some slight signs of wear may remain, which is normal for an old book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid you know?\u003c\/b\u003e The geometric pattern with golden lines and interlacings was very popular in prestigious French editions of the 20th century, intended to enhance the book as an object as much as its content. Decorated bindings, often handmade or produced in small series, are particularly sought after today for their aesthetics and rarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAFW Reassurance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCareful packaging and fast shipping provided by a professional seller specializing in antique books and vintage items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eKeywords: antique book, original edition, decorative binding, retro book, Le Petit Roi est malade, vintage book, rare work, illustrated book, collectible book, French book, antique book, library decoration\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AFW","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54236533162311,"sku":"71638f6b-49c1-4f31-a90b-d5c2105f34d8-PA0.41","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0989\/5152\/8775\/files\/1_ee9af783-edb2-498f-89ae-1b738fa52f03.jpg?v=1782486085","url":"https:\/\/shop.antiquefranceworldwide.com\/en\/products\/livre-ancien-le-petit-roi-est-malade-edition-originale-reliure-retro-rare","provider":"AFW","version":"1.0","type":"link"}