Foucart, Bruno; Offrey, Charles; Robichon, Francois; Villiers, Claude

Normandie: Queen of the Seas

ISBN: 0865650578
New York, NY: The Vendome Press, 1985. First Edition. Hardcover. “This history of the French ocean liner Normandie commemorates the 50th anniversary of its maiden voyage. The magnificent ship, with its Art Deco interior and star-studded passenger lists, had only a brief life. After seven years, a fire on board caused irreparable damage, after which the Normandie was scrapped. The authors discuss the artists who designed and decorated the liner, the engineers who built it, the celebrities who traveled on the vessel and the galas held, then the Normandie's demise. Photos of ship and passengers, paintings inspired by the illustrious vessel and a final chapter on Normandiemania (posters, ashtrays, boat models and ship-like flagons of a ""Normandie'' perfume created by Patou) round out this nostalgic celebration of the ``Queen of the Seas.'' November”-- From Publishers Weekly. The Normandie was, and to some extent still is, considered the greatest liner ever to set sail. A titan draped in an Art Deco patina, whose clientele ranged from A-list movie stars and musicians to politicians and venture capitalists. The Normandie was truly a marvel of its time, that came to encapsulate the spirit of the early 20th century. “Normandie: Queen of the Seas” is a volume that dissects blue-prints, analyzes art, charts courses, and delves into the history of the birth, life, and death of the famous liner. From the collection of Barbara (1935-2023) & Irving (1933-2018) Nusbaum - world travelers, connoisseurs, eminent collectors of art & books, and the dearly beloved late parents of our esteemed founder, Arthur S. Nusbaum. Hardcover in unclipped dust-jacket: First English Edition, published the same year as the First French Edition (1985), first printing though not explicated as such. Book is in very fine condition with minor wear to fine edges; dust-jacket in very fine condition with slight wear/tearing to fine edges (more pronounced near upper spine) slight discoloration due to age, and minute smudging to front and back covers. An extra handling fee will be added for shipping due to the size and weight of this item. Very Fine / Very Fine. [Item #5998]

Price: $150.00