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Poems of the Painter: Ten Poems with Color Drawings by Hermann Hesse
Hermann Hesse: Gedichte des Malers – Ten Poems with Colored Drawings (1953-1954 edition with Facsimile Autograph)
This beautiful and collectible edition of Gedichte des Malers (Poems by the Painter) by Hermann Hesse was published in 1953-1954 by Gerhard Kirchhoff in Freiburg im Breisgau. It is a reissue of the 1951 special edition released to celebrate the 60th birthday of Hesse’s close friend and patron, Hans C. Bodmer.
The book features ten of Hesse’s poems, each accompanied by colorful illustrations created by the author himself. These vibrant, mounted illustrations are an essential part of the book, making it not only a literary work but also an artistic one.
Key Features:
• Facsimile Autograph: This edition includes a facsimile signature of Hermann Hesse, which was printed on the book rather than being a handwritten original. The facsimile autograph dedication is an integral part of this reprint, maintaining the character of the 1951 special edition.
• Limited Edition: The 1953-1954 edition is a reprint of the special limited edition on Japan paper and bound in half-parchment, just like the original 1951 issue. These features make it highly collectible, as only a small number of copies were ever produced.
• Size and Condition: The book measures approximately 21.5 × 18.0 cm. It contains [2], 23, [1] pages in total, including the ten poems and illustrations. The book is bound in half-parchment with a dust jacket made from gray Roma-laid paper by Fabriano. The dust jacket may show slight wear, with small underlaid marginal tears, but the overall condition remains excellent.
• Illustrations: The ten color illustrations by Hesse himself add immense artistic value to the book. They beautifully complement the poems, making it a visual and literary experience.
• Publisher and Printing Information: Published by Gerhard Kirchhoff in Freiburg im Breisgau, this edition carries the same unique qualities as the first edition, except it was issued in a later printing (1953-1954) with a facsimile autograph.
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Summary:
This 1953-1954 edition of Gedichte des Malers is a rare and sought-after collectible, especially due to its inclusion of the facsimile autograph and the limited print run. The combination of Hesse’s poetry, his vibrant illustrations, and the authentic touch of the facsimile autograph makes this edition a standout piece for collectors of Hermann Hesse’s works or those interested in literary and artistic history.
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