W.P. van Geldorp - De lantaarn van Diogenes - 1880-1881
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De lantaarn van Diogenes, illustrated by W.P. van Geldorp, is a Dutch first edition hardback with 120 pages, published in Rotterdam by W.P. van Geldorp in 1880–1881.
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Full title: De lantaarn van Diogenes : ernst en luim uit den ouden en nieuwen tijd : Diogenes leven, voorvallen uit het leven van beroemde mannen tot op heden.
All 24 issues of two full years of this rare and obscure Dutch satirical periodical from around 1880. The aim was to lampoon politics, society, and culture, the name of which was inspired by the philosopher Diogenes's lantern - seeking truth amid pretence.
It is a curious mix of caricatures of contemporary culture (showing anarchists and political protest) and classical scenes from Greek culture.
Each issue has one explanatory sheet, and four engraved plates. So, a total of 24 sheets and 96 plates.
Bound in a large (and heavy) album style red hardback binding. Edges are rubbed. Gilt title to front board.
Internally, has some light foxing throughout - but overall in a good state.
26 x 37 cm
Apologies for the shipping cost - this item is almost 5 kg packed.
Seller's Story
We are professional booksellers based in France, and have been members of ILAB for many years. We currently hold full membership of SLAM, as well as other organisations. We also sell at fairs and markets across Europe.
We are often found at brocantes and marches, searching for books and prints. We are also always interested in acquiring new stock from individuals, so if you have books or prints to sell, do get in touch.
We are proud to purchase biodegradable packaging and materials. Where possible, all of our book wrap and tape are compostable or re-cyclable. If you do receive any plastic bubble wrap from us - it is because we are re-using items we have received.
Full title: De lantaarn van Diogenes : ernst en luim uit den ouden en nieuwen tijd : Diogenes leven, voorvallen uit het leven van beroemde mannen tot op heden.
All 24 issues of two full years of this rare and obscure Dutch satirical periodical from around 1880. The aim was to lampoon politics, society, and culture, the name of which was inspired by the philosopher Diogenes's lantern - seeking truth amid pretence.
It is a curious mix of caricatures of contemporary culture (showing anarchists and political protest) and classical scenes from Greek culture.
Each issue has one explanatory sheet, and four engraved plates. So, a total of 24 sheets and 96 plates.
Bound in a large (and heavy) album style red hardback binding. Edges are rubbed. Gilt title to front board.
Internally, has some light foxing throughout - but overall in a good state.
26 x 37 cm
Apologies for the shipping cost - this item is almost 5 kg packed.
Seller's Story
We are professional booksellers based in France, and have been members of ILAB for many years. We currently hold full membership of SLAM, as well as other organisations. We also sell at fairs and markets across Europe.
We are often found at brocantes and marches, searching for books and prints. We are also always interested in acquiring new stock from individuals, so if you have books or prints to sell, do get in touch.
We are proud to purchase biodegradable packaging and materials. Where possible, all of our book wrap and tape are compostable or re-cyclable. If you do receive any plastic bubble wrap from us - it is because we are re-using items we have received.
Details
Number of Books
1
Subject
Humour & caricature, Illustrated, Literature, Politics
Book Title
De lantaarn van Diogenes
Author/ Illustrator
W.P. van Geldorp
Condition
Good
Publication year oldest item
1880
Publication year youngest item
1881
Height
260 mm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
370 mm
Language
Dutch
Original language
Yes
Publisher
Rotterdam: W.P. van Geldorp
Binding/ Material
Hardback
Number of pages
120
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