Antique German Art Magazine Jugend 1921 | Bound Volume 1-31 | Art Nouveau Illustrations & Advertisements

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Discover a scarce bound volume of the antique German art magazine Jugend, featuring volumes 1-31 for the year 1921. This unique collection showcases the striking pink boards adorned with blue flowers, perfectly epitomizing the exquisite Art Nouveau style of the time. Profusely illustrated throughout, this edition includes astounding advertisements and captivating illustrations by distinguished artists, making it an essential addition for collectors and art enthusiasts alike. Unfortunately, this bound edition experienced some wear; volumes 1-6 have small tears affecting some of the illustrations, but volumes 7-31 remain intact and in very good condition, preserving the integrity of this remarkable era in art history.

Jugend, which translates to 'Youth,' was established in Munich in 1896 by Georg Hirth and became a premier platform for Jugendstil, the German adaptation of Art Nouveau. This influential illustrated weekly art and lifestyle magazine features distinctive organic illustrations and modern typography that defined a revolutionary movement in visual arts. The current price reflects the minor damage noted in volumes 1-6, while the overall condition of the collection remains solid and visually striking, making it a valuable piece for those who appreciate early 20th-century art and design.

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Scarce bound volume of antique weimar period german art magazine Jugend, vols 1-31 for the year 1921. The binding features pink boards with blue flowers, emblematic of the art nouveau time period. Profusely illustrated throughout with astounding advertisements and illustrations by artists of the time. Jugend ("Youth") was an influential German illustrated weekly art and lifestyle magazine founded in Munich in 1896 by Georg Hirth. It became the namesake and premier showcase for Jugendstil, the German form of Art Nouveau, featuring distinctive, organic illustrations, modern typography, and avant-garde art. Unfortunately, this bound edition was damaged at one point and repaired. Vols 1-6 were affected with small tearing to the pages, affecting some of the illustrations. Vols 7-31 remain intact and in good condition. The current price and the provided pictures reflect the minor damage.

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