Mann, Thomas. Wälsungenblut. Mit Steindrucken von Th. Th. Heine. [The Blood of the Walsungs. With lithographs by Th. Th. Heine].
$1,200
München: Phantasus-Verlag, 1921. 260 by 195 mm (10.25 by 7.75 inches). Half leather boards; [6], 88. [1]. In German. First edition. This is copy 123 of 530 (copies 101–200 are in half leather). Signed in pencil by Thomas Mann and Th. Th. Heine. Very good with light rubbing to spine and extremities and corners lightly bumped. There is an old water stain to the top edge that does not extend onto the pages more than 1 mm.
The artist Thomas Theodor Heine (1867–1948) was a German illustrator best known for his work in Simplicissimus. Thomas Mann (1875–1955) originally wrote the story in 1906, but due to controversy publication was halted and it was first published with this edition in 1921. The book remains Mann’s most controversial book for its portrayal of antisemitism and incest among twins.
Provenance
Collection of Felix Guggenheim.
| Author | Mann, Thomas |
|---|---|
| Title | Wälsungenblut. Mit Steindrucken von Th. Th. Heine. [The Blood of the Walsungs. With lithographs by Th. Th. Heine]. |
| Year of Publication | 1921 |
| Publisher | Phantasus-Verlag |
