34 Meggendorfer-Blätter - 1915

Meggendorfer-Blätter – Collection of satirical magazines, War Chronicle, ca. 1914–1918

• Object: magazines / periodicals (collection)
• Title: Meggendorfer-Blätter (War Chronicle)
• Origin: Germany (Munich)
• Era: First World War (ca. 1914–1918)
• Content: satire, caricatures, illustrations, texts
• Technique: color printing and black-and-white printing on paper
• Scope: a larger collection with several issues (see photos)
• Condition: aged-used; with creases, minor tears, edge lesions, and paper yellowing
• Special features: era-typical propaganda and social satire, richly illustrated
• Language: German

Rare and historically interesting collection of the “Meggendorfer-Blätter” from the time of the First World War. The issues vividly illustrate the contemporary humor and the satirical engagement with political and social topics of that era. Of particular note are the numerous colored title pages and the detailed illustrations inside, which reflect typical stylistic features of the early 20th century. An authentic time document with collector potential, suitable for enthusiasts of historical prints as well as those interested in political caricature.