Lot 33: POSTER: SVEN BRASCH (1886-1970). KALIFENS YND

SVEN BRASCH (1886-1970) KALIFENS YNDLINGSHUSTRU. 1921.
33 1/2x23 3/4 inches, 85x60 cm. Kruckow-Waldorff, [Copenhagen.]
Condition B+: repaired tears in margins and image; abrasions in image.
In explaining Brasch's distinguished designs, Sidney Jones says, "In each subject this artist demonstrates his keen appreciation for the requisite essentials that are the very basis of true poster art. Although full of originality his work never runs to extremes; it is always marked by sterling qualities, and merit is revealed in many new ideas, a fine feeling for balance and effect, draughtsmanship of a very high order, and color arrangements skillfully devised . . . It is [his] ability to present an original subject without triteness, to raise a common theme far above the commonplace, that is one of Brasch's strongest qualities" (Posters & Publicity p.2).