Vintage French Erotic Literature Collection – 3 Deluxe Numbered Editions Matching Gilt Bindings | Sade, Sacher-Masoch & Kama Sutra - FB02

Vintage French Erotic Literature Collection – Three Deluxe Numbered Editions c. 1970 This striking collection of three deluxe French literary classics combines exceptional decorative appeal with some of the most influential and controversial works in the history of world literature. Beautifully presented in matching gilt-decorated bindings, each volume was specially printed for Éditions de la Renaissance under their distinct Le Club du Livre Sélectionné distribution imprint on luxury Téka paper and individually numbered.

The collection comprises La Vénus aux Fourrures by Leopold von Sacher-Masoch, Les Infortunes de la Vertu by the Marquis de Sade, and Le Kama Soutra de Vatsyayana, creating a fascinating library set that explores themes of love, desire, morality and human relationships across cultures and centuries.

Produced as deluxe editions for the French collector's market, the books feature richly decorated bindings with elegant gilt tooling and excellent shelf presence. Their warm leather-look covers and classical design make them equally appealing as decorative objects for a study, library, office or reading room.

Key Features

• Complete collection of three matching deluxe French editions
• Published by Éditions de la Renaissance
• Individually numbered copies
• Printed on luxury Papeteries Téka paper
• Decorative gilt-tooled bindings
• French language editions
• Excellent library and display appeal
• Collectible works of classic erotic and philosophical literature

Titles Included

La Vénus aux Fourrures
By Leopold von Sacher-Masoch
Numbered Copy No. 2095

Le Kama Soutra de Vatsyayana
Manual d'Érotologie Hindoue
Numbered Copy No. 8407

Les Infortunes de la Vertu
By the Marquis de Sade
Numbered Copy No. 4122

Condition Presented in very good vintage condition with minor age-related wear and marks on the bottom outer page corners as shown in the photographs. The bindings remain attractive and display beautifully together as a matching set.

Ideal For

• French literature collectors
• Decorative library styling
• Interior designers and stylists
• Boutique hotels and luxury accommodation
• Studies, libraries and reading rooms
• Collectors of philosophical and erotic literature

Please use the photos as part of the condition report.  We are not antiquarian book experts - our antique and vintage books were acquired in France from estate sales. Please feel free to explore your own research and ask questions if desired.

Approx Dimensions Each volume measures approximately: Height: 21.5 cm Width: 14 cm Depth: 4–4.5 cm (approximate measurements)