Götterdekameron. (The God's Decameron.)
Lossow, Heinrich (artist).
Munich. Hof-Buch & Kunsthandlung Adolf Ackermann. 1881.
Portfolio opening to twelve black and white plates featuring Cupid cavorting with sensual nude females, identified chiefly as mythological personages (Amphitrite, Ariadne, etc.). Plates are approximately 9 x 7 inches and are attached to stiff backings approximately 12 1/2 x 9 1/2 inches. Light toning to perimeter of the backings. Images themselves clean and sharply defined. Portfolio includes Title Page (abraded borders) and Contents Page. Front cover of portfolio clean and bright, with image of Cupid centrally located in a sunburst design. Item #55099
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