Francois-Louis Schmied Book Club California 1982 Exhibit Mailer
$ 6.34
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Francois-Louis Schmied Book Club California 1982 Exhibit Mailer . • Subject: François-Louis Schmied exhibition. This piece announces an exhibition of Schmied’s work drawn from the collection of Harry Lutrin. It reflects the Book Club of California’s role in promoting fine printing, engraving, and book arts in the late 20th century. Original 1982 exhibition announcement mailer for François-Louis Schmied, issued by The Book Club of California, San Francisco. Item details: • Subject: François-Louis Schmied exhibition • Organizer: The Book Club of California • Date: August 30 – September 30, 1982 • Format: Mailed exhibition announcement / postcard • Postmark: San Francisco, Aug 27, 1982 • Addressed and mailed with USPS stamp (“Swamp Fox” Francis Marion, 1782) • Printed announcement on front with typographic design and red block graphic This piece announces an exhibition of Schmied’s work drawn from the collection of Harry Lutrin. It reflects the Book Club of California’s role in promoting fine printing, engraving, and book arts in the late 20th century. The design is minimal and typographically driven, consistent with private press and bibliophile culture. ⸻ Condition Good vintage mailed condition: • Visible postal wear and handling marks • Minor surface smudging and edge wear • Light creasing consistent with mailing • No major tears; intact and readable Review photos for exact condition. ⸻ History / Bio François-Louis Schmied (1873–1941) was a French artist, engraver, and master printer associated with the Art Deco movement. He is best known for highly refined limited-edition books featuring intricate wood engravings and bold geometric color work. His publications are considered among the finest examples of 20th-century livre d’artiste production. The Book Club of California, founded in 1912, is a major institution in American fine printing and book collecting. It has long produced exhibitions, publications, and events focused on typography, printing history, and the book arts. ⸻ Search keywords francois louis schmied exhibition book club of california ephemera 1982 san francisco mailer fine press engraving printer art deco book arts
