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

Estimate: $1,500–$2,000
Hammer price: $3,500

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author

(MEDICINE)

printer

Aze

Place

Berlin

Publication

1923

Description

Yiddish text. First featuring image of louse. * Second, Gentleman leaving house of ill repute

summary

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

Brown ink on paper. Creased. 14 x 19 1/2 inches

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