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The World in Prints: The History of Advertising Posters from the Late 19th Century to the 1940s
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David Rymer

The World in Prints

The History of Advertising Posters from the Late 19th Century to the 1940s

David Rymer

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English
White Star
27 January 2026
Art & design styles: c 1900 to c 1960; Poster art
A journey through the golden age of posters, from Belle Époque elegance to avant-garde modernism. Oversized and richly illustrated, World in Prints celebrates the history of the poster—an art form born with the invention of lithography in the late 19th century and transformed into one of the most powerful mediums of mass communication.

This stunning volume gathers some of the most iconic posters of all time:

- The sensuous works of Toulouse-Lautrec and Alphonse Mucha, with their graceful figures and decorative flourishes. - Bold commercial imagery and promotional posters of the early 20th century. - Avant-garde creations from the 1920s and ’30s, reflecting the turbulence of their time. - Streamlined, graphic styles that redefined advertising after WWI. - Surrealist, airbrushed, and Swiss-style designs that marked a new era of sophistication.

Originally intended as ephemeral advertising, these works have transcended their commercial purpose, becoming enduring cultural artifacts admired by art lovers, collectors, and historians alike. Perfect for art lovers, design enthusiasts, collectors, and students of visual culture.
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Imprint:   White Star
Country of Publication:   Italy
Dimensions:   Height: 328mm,  Width: 250mm, 
Weight:   1.960kg
ISBN:   9788854415355
ISBN 10:   8854415359
Pages:   240
Publication Date:  
Audience:   General/trade ,  ELT Advanced
Format:   Hardback
Publisher's Status:   Active

David Rymer holds a Masters of Fine Art in Design from the University of New South Wales, Australia. He has written about artists of the Belle Époque and staged exhibitions in Dubai and Abu Dhabi on behalf of the UAE Department of Art & Culture, Mubadala, and the Department of Executive Affairs. He has created corporate identity, packaging, exhibit, and print design for clients and reviewed exhibitions at Art Dubai and Art Abu Dhabi.

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