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O of the Santons, by Georges Barry, Robert Morel, 1967
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Published in 1967 as volume no. 25 of Robert Morel's celebrated O Collection and bound with a copper ring, O des santons is devoted to one of Provence's most beloved traditions: santons, the small figurines used in Provençal nativity scenes.
The book is largely composed of black-and-white photographs highlighting the variety of figures, costumes and traditional trades represented by these miniature characters. Through its pages, the reader discovers a unique aspect of Provençal heritage and popular culture.
A charming miniature book-object celebrating craftsmanship, tradition and regional identity.
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Condition :
Overall in very good condition for a volume from this collection.
Clean text, sound structure, copper ring intact.
About the author :
Georges Barry showed a strong interest in Provençal heritage and regional traditions. Through O des santons, he helped preserve and promote a cultural tradition deeply rooted in southern France.
Why this book is unusual :
This book is unusual because it focuses entirely on santons, a subject rarely explored in publishing. Robert Morel transforms a traditional element of popular culture into a distinctive and collectible book-object.
Its originality also lies in the combination of local heritage, visual documentation and the famous circular format of the O Collection.
Theme :
Provençal santons, folk traditions, regional heritage, nativity scenes, craftsmanship, Provence and popular culture.
English Keywords :
- O des santons
- Georges Barry
- Robert Morel
- O Collection
- santons
- Provence
- Provençal heritage
- folk traditions
- nativity figures
- book object
- unusual round books
- regional culture
- craftsmanship
- French folklore
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Published in 1967 as volume no. 25 of Robert Morel's celebrated O Collection and bound with a copper ring, O des santons is devoted to one of Provence's most beloved traditions: santons, the small figurines used in Provençal nativity scenes.
The book is largely composed of black-and-white photographs highlighting the variety of figures, costumes and traditional trades represented by these miniature characters. Through its pages, the reader discovers a unique aspect of Provençal heritage and popular culture.
A charming miniature book-object celebrating craftsmanship, tradition and regional identity.