Georges COURTELINE (1858-1929). Autograph poem, Qu'un instant de félicité peut causer de calamité!..., [1922]; 1 page and a half in-4 on a two-sheet squared schoolbook, envelope to M. Steinlen.

Realistic song composed of six sizains, of which we quote the 1st and last:
 "Papa was a cobbler,
 Highly esteemed in the neighborhood.
 Mama was a laundress,
 And I was a ravaudeuse,
 Earning up to six sous a day!
 For a hobby, a little love"...
Live Tuesday 4 July 2023・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Lot no. 190

Georges COURTELINE (1858-1929). Autograph poem, Qu'un instant de félicité peut causer de calamité!..., [1922]; 1 page and a half in-4 on a two-sheet squared schoolbook, envelope to M. Steinlen. Realistic song composed of six sizains, of which we quote the 1st and last: "Papa was a cobbler, Highly esteemed in the neighborhood. Mama was a laundress, And I was a ravaudeuse, Earning up to six sous a day! For a hobby, a little love"...

Estimate
€150 - €200
Result
Not sold
Buyer's premium
28%
Georges COURTELINE (1858-1929). Autograph poem, Qu'un instant de félicité peut causer de calamité!..., [1922]; 1 page and a half in-4 on a two-sheet squared schoolbook, envelope to M. Steinlen. Realistic song composed of six sizains, of which we quote the 1st and last: "Papa was a cobbler, Highly esteemed in the neighborhood. Mama was a laundress, And I was a ravaudeuse, Earning up to six sous a day! For a hobby, a little love"...
Sale Tuesday 4 July 2023・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Sale location coming soon 3, rue Favart 75002 Paris