Four-page musical leaflet published by Maison Labbé , 32 rue Notre-Dame de Nazareth, Paris. Lyrics by Villemer & J. de Rieux , music by A. Teste . Created by Guichard at the Alcazar d'Été and Garçon at the Folies Rambuteau, this realistic café-concert song illustrates the satirical spirit of late 19th-century Paris. The lively, caricatured cover, typical of Parisian publishers of popular music, is here a fine example of Belle Époque humorous imagery. ✦ Provenance: Paris, Maison Labbé ✦ Period: Circa 1885 ✦ Dimensions: 27.5 × 17.5 cm ✦ Contents: 4-page leaflet ✦ Material: Printed laid paper ✦ Condition: Good overall condition despite a weakened right edge and small marginal tears
A delightful witness to the culture of the café-concert – ideal for collectors of popular imagery or humorously illustrated sheet music.
