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[Schlosser, Wolfgang] The Fate of Czechoslovakia. Seven Maps Printed From Linocuts by Wolfgang Schlosser.

Schlosser, Wolfgang.

London: The Swan Press, 1940.

First edition. Folio wrappers printed in bold red ink with stylized monogram of lion. Seven superb color-illustrated maps with stylized and interpretive images by Wolfgang Schlosser. Laid in also is original printed historical sketch on paper made to look old (i.e. foxed) in black and red, with same monogram device as appears on cover. Also laid in is an original typewritten letter to a L.L. Gildesgame in St. Johns Wood, London from the Czechoslovak Cultural Center (115 Gower Street, W.C.1) and signed R. Omest, dated 8th May, 1940. "As you are known to us as a friend of the Czechoslovak cultural work in England, we beg leave to send you enclosed the last work of our well known Czechoslovak artists. It is a map containing seven linocuts, showing the historical development of our country beginning with the most ancient period. This map was published as a private print in a restricted number of copies and it represents a work of permanent artistic value. The authors kindly gave us their work to support the cultural activity o the Czechoslovak political Refugees. We hope you will like it. The price is 10 sh, and we would be very grateful for sending us your postal order to the above address..." Wofgang Schlosser (1913-1984) was an accomplished and acclaimed Czech artist and created designs and posters during and after WWII ("Firm Foundation" lithograph, 1953). Some slight creases, a little soiling, else a remarkable survival of what must be considered of immense artistic and historical significance for the State of Czechoslovakia.

Price: $1,250.00Item #78