Antique German Children’s Book, Der Struwwelpeter, Heinrich Hoffmann, Late 19th Century
$119.08
Antique German Children’s Book, Der Struwwelpeter, Heinrich Hoffmann, Late 19thC
A scarce and highly evocative antique German edition of Der Struwwelpeter oder lustige Geschichten und drollige Bilder, the celebrated and controversial children’s book by Der Struwwelpeter, written and illustrated by Heinrich Hoffmann.
Published in Frankfurt am Main by Literarische Anstalt von Rütten & Loening, this is a hardcover illustrated edition, featuring Hoffmann’s instantly recognisable hand-coloured lithographic illustrations, including the iconic Struwwelpeter figure with uncut hair and nails.
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📖 Details
• Title: Der Struwwelpeter oder lustige Geschichten und drollige Bilder
• Author: Dr. Heinrich Hoffmann
• Publisher: Literarische Anstalt von Rütten & Loening, Frankfurt a. M.
• Format: Hardcover
• Language: German
• Illustrations: Numerous original colour illustrations throughout
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📚 Condition
• Original illustrated boards present, heavily worn, commensurate with age
• Spine cloth worn with losses and fraying
• Pages age-toned with spotting, foxing, and handling marks
• Binding holding but tired, with some looseness
• Illustrations remain clear, vibrant, and highly displayable
This book has not been restored and retains its honest antique character.
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