New & Recent Releases, Upcoming Collections, & Trending Items
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Welcome to Period Paper. Below is a sampling of the new and upcoming releases, recent releases, and popular trending collections in 2012. Please check back often as this page is updated weekly, and often daily, with new and upcoming release information. With over 92,000 original vintage, antique, and collectible prints items, and a worldwide reputation for exceeding buyer expectations, Period Paper has become the leader in the paper ephemera, collectible advertising, and antique art print market. If you're a repeat customer, thank you for your continued business. If you're considering your first purchase from Period Paper, we look forward to serving you.
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New & Upcoming Collections
Check out our newest releases below and stay informed of upcoming collections by checking back often. While new collections are released every day, these are some of the most popular, collectible, or rare of the current and upcoming releases.
Elephant-Folio Size 1881 Chromolithographs of Birds
An exceptional collection of oversized chromolithographs featuring the birds of North America. This collection is the work of Jacob Henry Studer, ornithologist. More than 700 different species of birds are "artistically drawn and colored from Nature" by artist Theodore Jasper. These original chromolithographs are in superb condition with excellent color saturation and detail.
Rare Original Mini Posters from Multiple Collections (1890-1933)
For more than 5 years Period Paper has led the world with regular new releases of the world's best mini posters. These include some of the finest samples of poster advertising art of the late 19th and early 20th century. This month you can find new releases from collections released in 1898, 1913, 1914, 1925-1929, and 1933. They include stunning lithographs, color prints, typogravures, and halftone prints.
Hand-Colored 1970 French Costume Engravings
A rare and well-preserved collection of original 1870 hand-colored copper engravings, on heavy paper stock, of the historical costumes and fashions of France from the 5th century to the Second French Empire. The work of Pauquet Frères, these engravings include both historical figures as well as historical regional and national dress. Highly collectible not only for their subject matter, but also for their exceptional color saturation and the high quality of the detailed brushwork. The original copper plate impression is visible on many of these engravings.
Early 20th Century Original French Prints and Advertising
Over 500 stunning new items from the world's best French art journals including specialty lithographed articles, hand-tipped artwork, custom stocks, and brilliantly illustrated original advertising by the most noted French advertising artists of the 1920's and 1930's. Find newly released items here that are unavailable from any other seller in the world, or that are in a condition or of a quality that surpasses any available online.
1943 (WWII-Era) Original Photogravures of Europe
An exceptional collection of historic WWII-era original photogravures of various European landscapes, architecture, and people. The collection includes images from over 15 countries with incredible imagery of people in native costumes, important aerial images of cities, and stunning panoramic views of the European countryside.
1951 Original Lithographs by Toulouse-Lautrec
A collection of original lithographs from 1951 of some of the works of Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec (1864-1901) which were produced by legendary printer Fernand Mourlot of Imprimerie Mourlot Frères, Paris. These lithographs are miniature versions of some of Toulouse-Lautrec's finest lithographed posters from the turn of the 20th century. These are the most coveted of all the miniature posters that exist today due to the lithographic processes used to create them and the artists of the Mourlot studio who produced them.
1893 Chicago World's Fair Museum Quality Photogravures (1896)
The finest collection worldwide of original, hand-pulled, museum-quality photogravures of the art of the 1893 Chicago World's Fair (The World's Columbian Exposition). The artistry in the creation of these photogravures has produced the most clear, detailed, and broad tonal ranges that we have ever seen. The Intaglio process used for this collection is far superior to the more mechanical photogravures and rotogravures that we often see. The plate impressions are deep and visible to the naked eye. This collection took three years to create and was released in 1896.
Original 1962 Picasso Lithographs
Original lithographs of linoleum cuts (linocuts) by Pablo Picasso. These lithographs were created for an unnumbered and unsigned limited edition in 1962. The Galerie Louise Leiris, Paris loaned Picasso's original linocuts for the creation of these lithographs. Extraordinary in their creation, detail, and condition, they are regarded unconditionally as fine art and consistently appreciate in value.
Rare 1894 Boxing Collection - "Pugalists of America"
A rare collection of large-format original halftone print portraits of the great boxers and prizefighters of the 19th century. Short biographical sketches and/or accounts of famous matches are on the reverse of each portrait. The work of Billy Edwards, ex-Lightweight Champion of the World, this historical collection covers boxers from James John Corbett, the "Father of Modern Boxing," to Tom Hyer, the first American Champion, as well as boxers and other pugilists from around the world.
May 23rd Release - Rare Early 20th Century Print Samples
Period Paper has obtained a collection of rare early international portfolios with print samples covering a variety of fine art subject matter. These stunning print samples from the mid 1890's through the 1920's include lithographs, intaglios, gravures, etchings, engravings, woodcuts, and halftones. Incredibly diverse subject matter, artist styles, and illustration techniques are showcased.
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Most Recent Releases
Period Paper has added over 15,000 original advertisements, lithographs, engravings, etchings, mini-posters, photogravures and more thus far in 2012. Below are just a few of the collections that have been released or updated in 2012. However, this is but a fraction of the new 2012 releases from over 100 new collections. Please use any search box in our store, or at the item level, to type in your keyword interests and see what treasures you can locate.
Original 1926 Ludwig Hohlwein Lithographs & Photogravures
An exceptional collection of original photogravures and lithographs of the poster designs of the master of German poster artist--Ludwig Hohlwein (1874 - 1949). Born in Wiesbaden, Germany, Hohlwein first studied for a career in architecture but by 1906 had turned to commercial art and poster design. Today Hohlwein poster art is highly collectible and much sought after. Stunning color saturation in the lithographs and warm tonal ranges in the photogravures!
Rare Original 1913 Mini Posters
Rare and extraordinary 1913 "mini poster" collection with some of the finest examples of poster advertising art of the late 19th and early 20th century. The collection includes color prints, black and white halftone prints, and several lithographs. Although as "mini posters" they are but a fraction of the size of the original, these powerfully designed images are some of the fastest selling collections from Period Paper. Popular with historians, poster art collectors, and nostalgic gift-givers!
Original 1938 Henry Major Sketch Lithographs of Celebrities
A delightful and popular collection of lithographed caricatures of Hollywood celebrities of the 1930's. Each drawing by artist, Henry Major, is accompanied by a caption by humorist, Arthur "Bugs" Baer. These are two-sided lithographs and we have chosen one side which is shown here. Please note that these are lithographs and not halftone prints. Published in 1938, this collection is from a limited edition of 800 copies.
Original 1959 Mourlot Lithographs of Works by Prominent Artists
A coveted collection of original lithographs from 1959 by legendary printer Fernand Mourlot of Imprimerie Mourlot Frères, Paris. These lithographs are miniature versions of some of the finest lithographed posters of the mid-20th century. They are the most desired of the miniature posters that exist today due to the lithographic processes used to create them and the artists of the Mourlot studio who produced them.
Original Photogravures of the 1936 Olympics by Leni Riefenstahl
An important collection of historical original photogravures from the 1936 Olympic Games held in Berlin. These images are the work of the controversial German film director and photographer, Leni Riefenstahl. Each of these photogravures was created from an engraved plate and provides exceptional detail, contrast, warmth, and depth. Stunning images of athletes from one of the most expensive portfolios of Olympic images.
Premium Original Cadillac Advertising from the early 20th Century
Period Paper has released over 90,000 original advertisements in 2011 alone. While these are spread over 300 categories, collectible automobile advertising continues to be a fast trending area of collection. Most popular right now in automobile memorabilia are the high-end Cadillac advertisements from very early 20th century and the Art Deco era. Don't miss out on weekly new releases.
Original 1932 Photogravures of Romania
An exceptional collection of historic original photogravures of the architecture, landscape, and people of Romania. Portfolios, in this condition, of these remarkable photogravures are very expensive and nearly impossible to obtain. These original photogravures are not to be confused with the more common halftone prints. Each of these photogravures was created from an engraved plate and provides exceptional detail, contrast, warmth, and depth.
Early 20th Century Graphic Print Samples
Stunning print samples from the early 20th century, produced in the U.S. and in the U.K., including lithographs, hand-tipped images, embossed items, intaglios, gravures, etchings, engravings, woodcuts, and halftones. Incredibly diverse subject matter, artist styles, and illustration techniques are showcased in this collection. Many of the pieces from the Art & Crafts print samples are one-of-a-kind and rare!
Original 1890's German Architectural Prints
An important collection of historically significant architectural illustrations, elevations, floor plans, and detailed building elements from the 1890's. The buildings depicted are in Europe including the United Kingdom. The illustration detail is incredible in these original halftone prints. Architect names are provided for most prints.
Collectible Original 1930's Lithographed Fortune Covers
Period Paper continues to acquire and offer some of the most valuable and collectible of all the Fortune Magazine covers produced in the 20th Century. The majority of these striking covers were lithographed, with brilliant colors, and were of subject matter relevant to U.S. history. Extremely popular with corporate executives for use in decorating board rooms and private offices in some of the largest corporations in America.
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Trending Collections
With an expansion of new items being added daily in 2012, we are seeing many collections getting increased traffic, as well as particular categories within our eBay store. With over 95,000 original items now available for sale, the statistical significance of these trends seems to be more relevant. Customers often ask "What's hot right now for collectors, historians, decorators?" We will routinely update this area to let you know where we see the most traffic and sales.
Children & Pets in Advertising
Vintage and antique advertising featuring children and pets continues to be a growing popular category at Period Paper. Original items from this category have become popular for decorators and gift-givers but also with historians studying the use of children and pets in advertising. New items from the late 19th century and early 20th century are being added each week in 2012.
Antique Motorcycling & Bicycling Advertising
The popularity of original motorcycle and bicycle advertising is nothing new. These categories have been some of the hottest over the last 5 years. However, new items in this category are being released weekly, and we are seeing a surge of interest in this category.
Rare 1883 Japanese Chromolithographs & Heliogravures
An exquisite collection of Japanese art prints and images in chromolithographs, heliogravures, and halftone prints. Created in 1883 and 1884 these come from a limited edition original portfolio. Please note that due to the complex original production involving the use of metallic inks, and specialty printing processes, the beauty of these works of art cannot be well captured digitally. The original items are more stunning and striking than the images online show. A truly rare and exceptional collection for the connoisseur of Japanese art.
RARE 1872 Mitchell's Hand-Colored Maps
A rare collection of original 1872 antique maps of the countries of the world including various city plans from the coveted Mitchell's New General Atlas. These hand-painted original engravings are extremely well-detailed and are illustrated with a decorative border making them especially suitable for framing. In addition to their historical importance, they are in beautiful condition which makes them a rare find for map collectors.
1905 Original Hand-Tipped Color Art Prints
A lovely collection of original hand-tipped color prints. Printed in Paris in 1905, this collection includes works on various subjects by a variety of artists. Popular for decorators due to the rich color saturation and diverse subject matter.
Original 1925 Photogravures of Palestine, Arabia, & Syria
Period Paper is pleased to offer an important historical collection of original photogravures of the architecture, landscape, and people of Palestine including Arabia and Syria. Adding to their popularity is that many of these images were captured by famed photographers Lehnert & Landrock. Beautifully executed in sepia, each of these photogravures was created from an engraved plate, giving each image exceptional detail, contrast, warmth, and depth.
Vintage Original Dance Prints & Advertising
With the growing resurgence in popularity of dance in American culture, so too has traffic increased to this category. We continually acquire and offer interesting original prints and advertising with dance-related themes and images.
Antique Medical & Quackery Advertising
Period Paper holds one of the largest collections of original antique medical and quackery advertising in the world, and we continue to add to this category weekly due to its popularity. This category encompasses many different areas of collectible interest. Similar items can also be found in our eBay stores category of "Medical - Vintage & Rare".
Original Sports & Athlete Images & Advertising
This category is perhaps the one to watch most closely at Period Paper as it relates to athletes and sports in original advertising and vintage prints. Items enter and leave this category quickly. People seem to have many canned, saved searches on eBay for their favorite athletes and sporting subjects and after we launch, items disappear quickly. Check back often, or let us know your interests so we can inform you of new releases.
Collectible Antique Gun & Hunting Advertising
The number one upward trending category is that of guns and hunting. Why? We can't honestly say. However, antique handgun advertising is the most popular subset of this category in 2012. New collections are released weekly so check back often to secure these items before those who watch this category closely snatch all the best pieces!
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