My Thun 1931 – Werner Engel (with original signature & dedication by the artist)
Rare original 1931 edition of the Thun artist’s book «My Thun – An attempt to capture the vitality of a small town in images and words» by painter and wood engraver Werner Engel (1880–1941). Printed by W. Stämpfli in Thun.
Special features:
Original artist’s signature: signed and dated on the title page with a personal handwritten dedication by the author («Thun, 8 Feb. 1934 / Werner Engel»).
Richly illustrated with striking woodcuts / graphics by Werner Engel, including a colour frontispiece showing a view of Thun Castle.
80 pages with atmospheric texts and illustrated plates about the town of Thun and its surroundings.
Format: approx. 21 x 15 cm.
Condition:
Condition consistent with age. The cardboard covers were previously reinforced at the corners/edges with adhesive tape (adhesive tape residue/discolouration visible). Interior block well preserved, pages with age-typical foxing in places. Delicate pencil note on the front free endpaper.
A valuable and rare collector’s item for enthusiasts of the town of Thun and Bernese art history.