1928 Ravenna Art Deco Paper Sample Book | Art and Romance Old Italy | Ephemera For Sale

Original 1928 Ravenna: A Background for Things of Beauty presentation volume, titled A Gift from the Art and Romance of Old Italy. An exceptional Art Deco printing and advertising specimen book featuring original paper samples, commercial advertising artwork, typography, and graphic design from the late 1920s.The book contains dozens of striking Art Deco and commercial illustrations, decorative paper specimens, printing examples, and promotional pieces showcasing the craftsmanship of the era. A wonderful reference for collectors of graphic design, paper history, typography, advertising, book arts, and Art Deco ephemera.Condition is consistent with age. The cover shows staining, edge wear, bumped corners, and general handling. Interior pages exhibit wear and occasional tears, etc, but retain vibrant color and strong visual appeal. Please review all photos carefully as they are part of the description. Sold as found.A scarce and highly decorative piece that displays beautifully whether collected as a design reference, ephemera archive, or coffee-table conversation piece.Dimensions: 9.5 in x 12.5 inKeywords:
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