Items Similar to Normandie, The Epic of the Giant of the Seas, French Book by Bruno Foucart, 1985
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 11
Normandie, The Epic of the Giant of the Seas, French Book by Bruno Foucart, 1985
$250
£191.14
€220.15
CA$350.33
A$391.11
CHF 204.93
MX$4,787.53
NOK 2,602.66
SEK 2,453.98
DKK 1,643.02
Shipping
Retrieving quote...The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation
About the Item
Normandie, L'Epopé du Géant des Mers, (The Normandie, the Epic of the Giant of Seas). A French book by Bruno Foucart, 1985.
The Normandie, that French quality liner, also named Floating Exhibition or Steel Monster, was operated by the Transatlantic Company from 1935 to 1939 and eventually burned down in 1942. This very richly documented book pays tribute to this masterpiece. The swan song of the French way of the 1930s, The Normandie and its art of living, were extinguished forever in the din of war.
This Western art of living, which consisted of big limousines and floating palaces, was forever silenced by the Second World War, not without a certain nostalgia.
The French quintessence of the splendor of the 1930s, the liner Normandie had to rise from its ashes on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of its inauguration. The aim was to achieve this aspiration through the release of this book.
Charles Offrey, the former chief administrator of the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique, is leading its construction and operation history from 1935 to 1939. He was appointed to elucidate the circumstances of its fire in 1942.
Bruno Foucart, professor of art history at the University of Paris-Sorbonne, analyzed the layout and the interior decoration.
Claude Villers, radio and television producer and journalist, breathes life back into the Normandie by recounting the daily life of passengers and crew.
Finally, with nostalgia marking the liner's history, François Robichon, an art historian, wanted to evoke the fetishistic passion that has graced Le Normandie since 1935.
More than 400 illustrations, including many unpublished, make "Normandie" a brilliant and alive memory book that pays homage to this fabulous avatar of the French genius.
This book includes many color and black and white illustrations, such as a double-page color foldout and a section on the liner Normandie.
Texts in the book are in French with chapters on the design and building of Normandie, life on board, its history, and "Normandiemania."
This is a beautiful coffee table art book.
Features:
Title: Normandie, L'Epopée du Géant des Mers.
Author: Bruno Foucart, Charles Offrey, Francois Robicohn, Claude Villers.
Hardcover book with dust jacket.
Language: French.
400 black and white and full-color photographs and illustrations.
208 pages.
Dimensions: 11 in x 14.19 in (28 x 36 cm).
Published in 1985 by Editions Herscher.
The book is in good condition, with minor wear due to regular reading. The dust jacket shows some scratches and tears.
- Similar to:Modern History (Maker)
- Dimensions:Height: 14.19 in (36.05 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
- Style:Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:1985
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:Seller: 4LIV024CEBABG1stDibs: LU1632241916552
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1995
1stDibs seller since 2015
1,075 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Atlanta, GA
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllFrom Marseille to New York 1940-1945, French/English Book, by Bernard Noel, 1985
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Marseille - New York. 1940-1945, une liaison surrealiste (Marseille - New York. 1940-1945, a surrealistic link), French/English book by Bernard Noel, 1985.
Through archival photograp...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Books
Materials
Paper
1925 The Memory Years, French Book by Editions Larousse, 1988
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
1925, Les Années-Mémoire (1925, The Memory Years), French book by Editions Larousse, 1988.
Relive the year 1925 as if you were there. This volume will make you relive, with emotion, ...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Books
Materials
Paper
Great America, French Book by PML Editions, 1988
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Geniale Amerique (Great America), French book by Editions PML, 1988.
America is a rich and immense land of incredible beauty, sometimes still primitive; a complex continent in comple...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Modern Books
Materials
Paper
Jazz Mania and Collection, French Book by Frédéric Marchand, 1997
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
Jazz Manies et Collections (Jazz Mania and Collections), French Book by Frédéric Marchand, 1997.
Preface by Francis Hofstein and Bernard Lion.
The author has collected 180 objects re...
Category
1990s French Modern Books
Materials
Paper
New York, I Love, French Book by Robert F. Wagner and Joyce Peterson, 1964
By Modern History
Located in Atlanta, GA
New York Que J'aime (New York I love), a French book by Robert F. Wagner (New York Mayor). Text by Joyce Peterson, and Photographs by Peter Fink.
New York is undoubtedly the most dyn...
Category
Vintage 1960s American Modern Books
Materials
Paper
Alfred Janniot, Mythology and Modern Discourse, French-English Book by M. Giraud
By Alfred Auguste Janniot
Located in Atlanta, GA
Alfred Janniot, Propos Mythologiques et Modernes (Alfred Janniot, Mythology and Modern Discourse), French-English Book by Michel Giraud, 2006.
Through foundational essays supported b...
Category
Early 2000s French Art Deco Books
Materials
Paper
You May Also Like
Mobillier de Haute Normandie by Édith Mannoni, First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
Mobillier de Haute Normandie by Édith Mannoni. Paris: Èditions Ch. Massin. French text. First Editon hardcover with dust jacket. 93 pp. The book illustrat...
Category
Late 20th Century French Books
Materials
Paper
French Paintings Collectible Art Book
Located in North Hollywood, CA
French Painting Hardcover collectible art book by Charles Stuckey– January 1, 1997
by Charles Stuckey (Author)
Hardcover · 320 page
Stuckey examines...
Category
20th Century French French Provincial Books
Materials
Paper
Ceramic Le Normandie Paquebot, Normandy Liner
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
This ceramic representation of the SS Normandie, created by the Compagnie Générale Transatlantique in the 20th century, beautifully captures the iconic French ocean liner. The piece ...
Category
20th Century French Art Deco Nautical Objects
Materials
Ceramic
Les Styles Français de Louis XII a Napoléon III, 1st Ed
By Claude Frégnac
Located in valatie, NY
Les Styles Français, de Louis XII a Napoléon III. Paris: Hachette Réalités. First edition hardcover with dust jacket, 1975. 223 pp. A French coffee table book...
Category
20th Century French Books
Materials
Paper
Mobilier Normand by Lucile Olivier, First Edition
Located in valatie, NY
Mobilier Normand by Lucile Olivier. Paris: Èditions Ch. Massin. French text. First edition hardcover with dust jacket. 80 pp. The book illustrates the beds, seating, tables, case pie...
Category
Late 20th Century Books
Materials
Paper
A Sentimental Journey Through France and Italy by Mr. Yorick (Laurence Stern)
Located in Middletown, NY
Waltham Saint Lawrence: Golden Cockerel Press, 1928.
Limited Edition, numbered
8vo, 9 x 5 3/4 inches (230 x 145 mm); iv + 152 + ii pages, printed on English hand-made paper in 14 pt....
Category
Early 20th Century English Books
Materials
Gold Leaf
More Ways To Browse
Vintage Construction Books
Big Jackets
1930s Vintage Radio
Sea Monster
Collectable Vintage Radios
Swan Down
Vintage Table Radios
Burned Coffee Table
Vintage Western Jackets
Compagnie Generale
Swan Coffee Table
The Book The Normandie
Boucle Upholstery Fabric
Serving Fork And Spoons
Blue Glass Bowl
Post Modern Armchair
Regal Rugs
Italian Velvet Chair