{"product_id":"antique-aphrodite-moeurs-antiques-pierre-louys-signed-ed-zier-gilt-art","title":"Antique Aphrodite Moeurs Antiques Pierre Louys - Signed Ed Zier Gilt Art","description":"Up for sale is a beautiful antique French edition of \"Aphrodite: Moeurs Antiques\" by Pierre Louÿs. This celebrated work of ancient manners is enhanced by a stunning, hand-signed gilt etching of Aphrodite by the renowned French artist Edouard (Ed) Zier (1856-1934).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAuthor: Pierre Louÿs (French, 1870-1925)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIllustrator: Edouard Zier (Signed \"Ed Zier\" on the gilt etching)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLanguage: French\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEra: Originally published 1896; this undated edition features the classic Belle Époque aesthetic.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpecial Feature: Includes a specialized gilt\/gold-toned etching nestled within the front pages—a rare addition for this specific edition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition Report: This is an authentic antique volume in Good condition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInterior: Some foxing (age spotting) and general discoloration to the pages consistent with 100+ year-old paper.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCover: Noticeable wear to the edges and spine; structural integrity remains sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Includes handwritten previous ownership marks in graphite on the cover pages, adding to its unique history as a curated library piece.","brand":"Pierre Louys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52894165827947,"sku":null,"price":50.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/0669\/9371\/files\/2026-02-11-bvikb34d-eb03c6c2-dd6a-44d4-b2d4-a03bd6847a4a.jpg?v=1775864597","url":"https:\/\/myconsignmentstore.com\/products\/antique-aphrodite-moeurs-antiques-pierre-louys-signed-ed-zier-gilt-art","provider":"My Consignment Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}