OLD NICK [Émile Forgues, dit]. Petites misères. Paris, H. Fournier, 1846. In-8, illustrated with numerous black in-text and out-of-text compositions by Grandville. Rare publisher's percaline with polychrome and gilt ornamentation on a black background, the first plate featuring a couple "La charge" and "la fantaisie", the second plate featuring a grimacing character. (Beginning of a crack and restoration to the spine and back, some foxing). Expert : Mr. Nicolas Asvisio