Mémoires d'un Éléphant blanc (1910) French

Mémoires d’un Éléphant blanc by Judith Gautier is a beautiful antique French children’s book, illustrated by Alphonse Mucha and published by Librairie Armand Colin in Paris. This copy is the Troisième Édition, dated 1910, making it an especially appealing title for collectors of early twentieth-century French literature, illustrated books, and Art Nouveau-related works.

Told from the imagined perspective of a white elephant, the story reflects the period’s fascination with exotic settings, adventure, animals, and richly decorative storytelling. The connection to Alphonse Mucha gives this edition particular visual and collectible interest, especially for those drawn to classic illustration, French publishing, and Art Nouveau design.

A strong choice for collectors of antique children’s books, French literature, illustrated classics, Judith Gautier works, and Alphonse Mucha-related editions, Mémoires d’un Éléphant blanc is a distinctive and collectible literary find

Hardcover, Acceptable. The binding is in poor condition. The text block has separated from the covers. The spine cloth is heavily worn with fraying at both ends. Hinges are broken. Boards show wear and rubbing.