1842-1872 Original Das Buch der Welt 

Das Buch der Welt or Book of the World was a delightful German publication featuring hand colored illustrations covering a full range of topics from the world of nature to the world of man, including  architecture and people.

There are many articles in German, and many black and white illustrations in addition to the highly decorative hand colored lithographs. Every year from 1842-1872 one volume would be published.  The prints each measure about 10 by 8 inches and are in good condition some with test as stated. These prints are more than 170 years old.

About Antique Prints

We try to select antique prints in the best possible condition, with as few defects as possible.  Nevertheless, these prints are often hundreds of years old and show the effects of time, as noted below

1. Most common is paper darkening, or toning, resulting in the paper becoming shades darker, from off white to light brown.  We rarely offer very toned prints, unless the issue is particularly scarce.

2.  Text offset occurs over time, when the text page is against the image and ink from the text makes lines on the image.  Conversely, image offset occurs when the hand coloring transfers slightly to the text.  Again, we rarely offer heavily offset prints.

3.  Spotted or foxing is also common due to age and handling over a long period of time and while a small degree of foxing is common and acceptable, we avoid extensively foxed prints. 

SHIPPING

Shipping is first class and we pack the prints flat and well protected in foam core, unless they are large, when we very carefully roll them with several protective layers. They roll out flat very quickly.

PAYMENT

We are delighted to combine shipments to save on postage. If you wish to combine, please wait to pay until your last purchase up to 4 days. We ship within one day any lots that you have paid for.

RETURNS

Items May be Returned for a Full Refund within 30 days.