Cover of "La Sandale Ailée", 1914. Creators: Unknown, Léon Gruel. Cover of "La Sandale Ailée", 1914. Creators: Unknown, Léon Gruel

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Cover of "La Sandale Ailée", 1914. Creators: Unknown, Léon Gruel. Cover of "La Sandale Ailée", 1914. Creators: Unknown, Léon Gruel

Cover of "La Sandale Ailee", 1914. Decorative design by Antoine Calbet, bound by Leon Gruel, for a volume of French poetry - "The Winged Sandal" in English) - by Henri de Regnier

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This image showcases the cover of "La Sandale Ailée" (The Winged Sandal), a volume of French poetry published in 1914. The design of this exquisite book cover is a collaboration between the unknown artist and Léon Gruel, who was responsible for its binding. The decorative elements on the cover were created by Antoine Calbet, adding an extra layer of artistic brilliance to the piece. The cover design is a stunning example of Art Nouveau, a decorative art style popular during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The floral patterns and organic shapes that adorn the cover are characteristic of this artistic movement, which drew inspiration from nature and sought to create harmonious, flowing forms. The title of the book, "La Sandale Ailée," is written in elegant script, adding to the overall aesthetic appeal of the cover. The image of a winged sandal, a symbol of transcendence and the ability to soar above earthly constraints, adds a poetic and metaphorical dimension to the design. This beautiful book cover was produced in France during the 1910s and was likely intended for the French market. However, it found its way to the United States and is now part of the collection of the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore, Maryland. The poetry inside the book was written by Henri de Regnier, a French poet and playwright whose work was influential in the Symbolist movement. The intricate design of this book cover is a testament to the artistic heritage of the early 20th century and serves as a reminder of the beauty and creativity that can be found in the world of literature and the arts.

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