Renowned French composer (1899-1963) best known for his colorful, energetic keyboard works, art songs, and choral music. Signed sheet music book: Poèmes de Ronsard, pour Mezzo-Soprano. First edition. Paris: Huegel & Cie, 1925. Softcover, 10 x 13, 23 pages. Signed and inscribed on the first free end page in fountain pen, "A Maurice Boullant, avec mon bien sincere affection, Francis Poulenc, 1925." In very good to fine condition, with scattered light foxing, and some staining to the covers. A scarce and desirable edition with cover designed by Pablo Picasso.
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