Bal de tête

Bal de tête is a dark and poetic artist book by Chloé Poizat. In a sequence of small, intricately drawn illustrations, she invites us into a ghostly interspace: children sprout from trees, heads dissolve into smoke, bodies appear mutilated and decapitated.

These beings—half-human, half-beast, half-comedy, half-trauma—seem banished from collective memory. Poizat constructs a visual cabinet of curiosities that evokes Odilon Redon, Gourmelin, or Virgil Finlay—with Lautréamont’s shadow always close by.

A book like a silent nightmare, wordless yet full of meaning—for those who find beauty in the grotesque.

We pack books to arrive in the condition described: protected corners, rigid backing, paper cushioning, and a sturdy outer package. Heavier or collectible editions receive an extra layer of protection. Any defects are documented on the product page—packing doesn’t hide condition, it reduces transit risk.

We ship from Germany, usually on the next business day after payment. Germany: typically 2–5 business days, EU: often 3–7 business days; international depends on destination and customs. Tracking is included for all services and is provided once the parcel is handed over to the carrier. During peak periods, transit times may extend. See the Shipping Policy.

Returns are possible within 30 days of delivery (e.g., if the item doesn’t match the description or you changed your mind). Please contact us before sending anything back—we’ll provide the return address and the best return option. Items should be returned in the same condition as received. Once the return is received and checked, we refund to the original payment method. See the Refund Policy.

Publisher / Manufacturer: Éditions Cornélius
Country of origin: France
Website: https://www.cornelius-boutique.com

Email: cornelius@cornelius.fr
Address:
Éditions Cornélius
Fabrique Pola
10 Quai de Brazza
33100 Bordeaux
France