{"product_id":"soviet-ex-libris-print-portfolio-1969","title":"Soviet Ex Libris Print Portfolio (1969) – 12 Bookplates, Vladimir Frolov","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"819\" data-end=\"986\"\u003eA distinctive vintage portfolio of \u003cstrong data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"896\"\u003e12 Soviet ex libris (bookplate) prints\u003c\/strong\u003e, compiled and edited by \u003cstrong data-start=\"921\" data-end=\"940\"\u003eVladimir Frolov\u003c\/strong\u003e and published in Moscow by \u003cstrong data-start=\"968\" data-end=\"977\"\u003eKniga\u003c\/strong\u003e in 1969.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"988\" data-end=\"1295\"\u003eThis complete set represents the refined graphic language of mid-20th century Soviet printmaking, combining strong black-and-white compositions with occasional red accents. Each piece reflects the artistic identity of the era, with themes ranging from literature and symbolism to everyday life and folklore.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eAbout the portfolio:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1322\" data-end=\"1520\"\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003emulti-artist collection\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing together works by several Soviet graphic artists. Frolov’s role was that of editor and curator, assembling a cohesive and visually engaging portfolio.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1522\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eThe prints are executed in traditional techniques such as woodcut-style and engraving, giving them a tactile and expressive quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1667\"\u003eArtists:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1837\"\u003eIncludes works by Soviet artists such as \u003cstrong data-start=\"1710\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eE. N. Minaeva, A. Ivenskaya, I. I. Kiseleva, M. I. Chuvanova, Z. P. Sherengovaya\u003c\/strong\u003e, among others (see index sheet in photos).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1839\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003eKey details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1894\"\u003eComplete set of 12 original prints\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1938\"\u003eOriginal cover and index sheet included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003ePublished in Moscow, USSR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1969\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003eYear: 1969\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1984\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003ePrint run: 20,000 copies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2029\" data-end=\"2052\"\u003eUsed in vintage condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2218\"\u003eThe portfolio is complete. The outer cover shows visible wear, including creases, edge wear, and a small tear. Light age-related toning and spotting may be present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2220\" data-end=\"2303\"\u003eThe individual prints remain overall well-preserved, with only minor handling wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2305\" data-end=\"2334\"\u003eWhy this piece stands out:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2336\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eAuthentic Cold War-era graphic art\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2375\" data-end=\"2410\"\u003eCollectible ex libris portfolio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2411\" data-end=\"2450\"\u003eStrong decorative and display value\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2451\" data-end=\"2506\"\u003eIncreasingly sought-after niche in print collecting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2531\"\u003eShipping \u0026amp; handling:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2533\" data-end=\"2576\"\u003eCarefully packaged to ensure safe delivery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2642\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2578\" data-end=\"2642\"\u003eAdd this rare Soviet-era print portfolio to your collection!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VintageToMemo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54027524735322,"sku":"Etsy 20 - eb","price":39.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1016\/9083\/5290\/files\/IMG_91862.jpg?v=1776681749","url":"https:\/\/www.vintagetomemo.com\/products\/soviet-ex-libris-print-portfolio-1969","provider":"VintageToMemo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}