Booklet Strasbourg Museum of Fine Arts 20 detachable cards CAP Orridene

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Description

This illustrated booklet, presented in landscape format, is titled "Strasbourg Les Chefs d’Œuvre du Musée des Beaux-Arts – Edition Officielle" (Strasbourg Masterpieces of the Museum of Fine Arts – Official Edition). The cover features a blue illustration of an emblematic Strasbourg building, most likely the cathedral, associated with an arcaded gallery, all framed by a blue border. The title is printed in capital letters alternating red and blue, with an elegant graphic composition typical of publications from the first half of the 20th century. At the bottom of the cover, the mention "20 cartes détachables" (20 detachable cards) indicates the presence of twenty reproductions inside, each designed to be separated from the booklet.

The publisher's name "CAP" appears within a radiating motif, accompanied by the mention "Edition Officielle" (Official Edition). The lettering and layout demonstrate a concern for legibility and aesthetics, with a contrast between the slightly greyish paper of the cover and the inks used. The booklet is closed, which does not allow for viewing the exact content of the cards, but it is clearly a collection of reproductions of works or views related to the Strasbourg Museum of Fine Arts, intended for documentation or as a souvenir.

The cover appears to be in good overall condition for an object of this nature, with slight signs of wear at the corners and a consistent patina. No major tears or stains are visible on the displayed side. The edges appear clean, and the binding shows no significant deformation. The typography and illustration are clear, with no apparent discoloration on this side.

The booklet's format is compact, suitable for preservation and handling, and is reminiscent of postcard editions or tourist notebooks distributed in the early to mid-20th century. The visual aspect of the cover, with its architectural illustration and careful layout, makes it a decorative object, typical of regional heritage publications.

The mention "20 cartes détachables" (20 detachable cards) indicates a practical function: each card can be separated for individual use, sending, or keeping. The booklet is aimed at those interested in art, the history of Strasbourg, or the iconography of French museums.

Condition

Used item sold as is. The visible cover shows slight signs of handling and a natural patina, with no apparent major defects.

Did you know? The Strasbourg Museum of Fine Arts, founded in 1801, houses a remarkable collection of European paintings from the Middle Ages to the 19th century. It is located in the Rohan Palace, an emblematic building in the city, and preserves major works by masters such as Botticelli, Veronese, and Goya.

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