Pen name of the French novelist Sidonie-Gabrielle Colette (1873–1954), best known for such works as the Claudine series, La Chatte, and Gigi. Rare vintage matte-finish 3.75 x 5.25 photo of Colette with her two cats, signed in fountain pen in French [translated], “The carnations lived eight days! Thank you, Colette.” A cartoon clipped from a French newspaper is affixed to the reverse, upon which Colette added an inscription, “6/7/36, To Ritine, Wishing you that this may come true… which is inevitable!” Double-matted and framed to an overall size of 11.25 x 12.75. In fine condition. Colette published a short novel entitled La Chatte [The Cat] in 1933, which tells the story of a love triangle involving Camille Malmert, her husband Alain Amparat, and his Chartreux cat Saha; the cat in the story was based upon Colette’s own pet. An exceptionally desirable photograph with a nice connection to her life and work. Pre-certified PSA/DNA and RR Auction COA.
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