Two graphic broadsides alerting the public to the dangers of: Lice * And: Venereal Disease

AUCTION 37 | Tuesday, June 26th, 2007 at 1:00
Fine Judaica: Printed Books, Manuscripts, Autograph Letters, Graphic & Ceremonial Art

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Lot 142
(MEDICINE)

Two graphic broadsides alerting the public to the dangers of: Lice * And: Venereal Disease

Yiddish text. First featuring image of louse. * Second, Gentleman leaving house of ill repute Brown ink on paper. Creased. 14 x 19 1/2 inches

Berlin: Aze 1923

Est: $1,500 - $2,000
PRICE REALIZED $3,500
In the aftermath of World War One, Europe was ravaged by disease. These broadsides, issued by the Fund for the Relief of Jewish Victims of the War in Eastern Europe, were designed to educate the Yiddish-speaking public regarding personal hygiene