4to
1975 · Hamburg
by BEALL, Karen F. and Sabine SOLF (translator)
Hamburg: Ernst Hauswedell, 1975. 4to. (11 7/8 x 8 1/4 inches). 564 pp. 343 illustrations. Text in English and German. Publisher's brown cloth, spine lettered gilt, card slipcase. Fine condition
An invaluable reference work for scholars, collectors, and enthusiasts of historical prints and popular culture which illuminates the rich tapestry of urban life and labour.
This landmark reference work chronicles the vibrant tradition of street vendors and itinerant tradespeople, who often advertised their goods and services with loud, melodious cries and shaped the character of cities for centuries. This comprehensive bibliography describes nearly 500 books and broadsides. Each entry includes bibliographic information and notes on the content and significance of the works. Spanning works from around 1470 through the 19th century, the book explores how this subject captivated artists and poets from many countries, preserving the bustling life of urban streets and markets. Illustrated with illustrations of prints, it captures both the visual and textual legacy of these scenes, making it an essential resource for scholars and collectors of print culture, and social history. Beall's meticulous research offers a unique window into the interplay between daily life and artistic representation, celebrating the enduring charm and historical value of these iconic urban scenes. (Inventory #: 42041)
An invaluable reference work for scholars, collectors, and enthusiasts of historical prints and popular culture which illuminates the rich tapestry of urban life and labour.
This landmark reference work chronicles the vibrant tradition of street vendors and itinerant tradespeople, who often advertised their goods and services with loud, melodious cries and shaped the character of cities for centuries. This comprehensive bibliography describes nearly 500 books and broadsides. Each entry includes bibliographic information and notes on the content and significance of the works. Spanning works from around 1470 through the 19th century, the book explores how this subject captivated artists and poets from many countries, preserving the bustling life of urban streets and markets. Illustrated with illustrations of prints, it captures both the visual and textual legacy of these scenes, making it an essential resource for scholars and collectors of print culture, and social history. Beall's meticulous research offers a unique window into the interplay between daily life and artistic representation, celebrating the enduring charm and historical value of these iconic urban scenes. (Inventory #: 42041)
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