BRANTOME (Pierre de Bourdeille), “Les Dames Galantes, illustrations de GESCO”, 1972. 8vo, pp.402. Illustrated by numerous full-page illustrations, one of which folding. Contemporary leather, covers, spine and edges in gilt. Excellent condition. Pierre de Bourdeille was born in 1537 and his stories were published after his death in 1614. His erotic novel “Les Dames Galantes” is a collection of stories about women who used – and abused – their position to achieve their amorous goals. His texts inspired many erotic illustrators reaching the end of the 20th century.