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Les Ballades de Maistre François Villon
Illustrations  were created by the Italian artist Ansaldi.
Dimensions: 30x39 cm (without frame)
Anecdotal foxing in the margins without any consequences. Pure BFK rag paper by Rives.
Publication Date: 1967
 
Edition: 1st Edition

Les Ballades de Maistre François Villon is a collection of poems by the 15th-century French poet François Villon. Known for his sharp wit, rebellious nature, and dark themes, Villon’s poetry reflects on life, love, death, and the human experience. His ballads, which follow a specific rhyming pattern, express a mix of humor, sorrow, and social critique, often exploring the fleeting nature of life and the inevitability of death. Villon’s work is deeply personal yet universal, offering timeless reflections on mortality and the struggles of the human condition.
 
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Les Ballades de Maistre François Villon

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  • It is a series of poems that celebrate friendship, highlighting the loyalty, humor, and camaraderie shared with close companions. It expresses both the joys and sorrows of friendship, acknowledging the bond between friends while also hinting at separation or loss.

    Ansaldi's illustrations for these ballads would capture the warmth and humor of friendship, featuring scenes of companionship and playful interactions, along with moments of both joy and sorrow, reflecting the emotional depth of Villon's relationships.

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