Description
Memory of Seduction. 19th-Century Posters at the National Library
Book Summary
This catalog offers a visual and documentary tour through the collection of 19th-century advertising posters preserved at the National Library of Spain. Accompanied by a study by Professor Raúl Eguizábal, the work analyzes the evolution of poster art in Spain and reveals how these advertisements became a reflection of the society, culture, and customs of the time. An essential tool for understanding graphic art and the history of advertising.
What is it about?
The book is the catalog for an exhibition of the same name held at the National Library of Spain. Its pages reproduce a selection of the most representative 19th-century advertising posters that are part of the institution's holdings. The work is not limited to showing the images, but contextualizes them through a study by Professor Raúl Eguizábal, who analyzes the development of poster art in Spain during that period. In this way, the volume becomes a portrait of 19th-century Spanish society, showing its consumption habits, aspirations, aesthetics, and the beginnings of modern advertising communication. Each poster is a window into the daily life, commerce, leisure, and culture of a century in transformation.
Main themes
- History of advertising posters in Spain during the 19th century.
- Analysis of the National Library of Spain's poster collection.
- Study of 19th-century Spanish society and customs through graphic advertising.
- Evolution of printing and graphic design techniques in 19th-century poster art.
- Relationship between commercial art, visual culture, and social history.
Who is it recommended for?
This catalog is aimed at art historians, graphic design and advertising specialists, poster collectors, fine arts and communication students, as well as any reader interested in the social and cultural history of Spain. It is also of great value to museum and library professionals working with graphic collections.
What this book contributes
- Access to a curated selection of 19th-century advertising posters, many of which are difficult to consult.
- An expert study that places each piece in its historical and artistic context.
- A unique perspective on the daily life and values of 19th-century Spanish society.
- Reference material for research into the history of design, advertising, and printmaking.
Technical specifications
- Author: NATIONAL LIBRARY
- Publisher: Biblioteca Nacional de España
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Engravings and printmaking art, Other graphic art forms, Artists, Art monographs, Exhibition and specific collection catalogs, Posters
- Collection: CATALOGS AND MONOGRAPHS
- Binding: Other
- Publication date: January 2002
- Number of pages: 384
- Weight: 1047 g
Editorial review
This is a reference work for the study of 19th-century Spanish poster art. Its value lies in the combination of a faithful reproduction of the original pieces with rigorous academic analysis, making it a useful resource for both visual reference and research. Especially recommended for specialized libraries, documentation centers, and professionals in the field of graphic art and the history of advertising.