Bauhaus Postcards: Invitations to the First Exhibition

A collection of 20 postcards featuring artwork from renowned Bauhaus artists, originally commissioned by Walter Gropius in 1923, is now available for the first time in their original format. The postcards, which showcase the diverse styles of the Bauhaus movement, have been digitally captured and printed at 100% of the original size. Each postcard includes space on the back for messages and is presented in a giftable hardcover box.

Format: Other merchandise
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: Letterform Archive

In 1923, Bauhaus founder Walter Gropius commissioned a remarkable set of 20 postcards from renowned artists like Paul Klee and Wassily Kandinsky. These postcards were intended to serve as promotional flyers for the school's inaugural exhibition. Now, for the first time, these rare and invaluable postcards are presented in their original format. Each postcard captures the essence of the early Bauhaus, with artwork digitized using state-of-the-art capture technology and printed stochastically at 100 percent of the original size. With ample space on the back for messages, these postcards become miniature pieces of art, allowing readers to send (or keep!) a precious piece of design history.

The artists who contributed to this collection are: Rudolf Baschant, Herbert Bayer, Lyonel Feininger, Paul Haberer, Doerte Helm, Ludwig Hirschfeld-Mack, Wassily Kandinsky, Paul Klee, Gerhard Marcks, Laszlo Moholy-Nagy, Farkas Molnar, Oskar Schlemmer, Kurt Schmidt, and Georg Teltscher.

These postcards offer a glimpse into the vibrant and pioneering spirit of the Bauhaus movement, which profoundly impacted the world of art and design. The bold colors, abstract shapes, and minimalist aesthetic of these postcards reflect the ideals and principles that the Bauhaus championed. By preserving these postcards in their original format, we are able to appreciate the historical significance of the Bauhaus and its contribution to the evolution of modern art.

Whether you are a art enthusiast, a design student, or simply someone who appreciates the beauty of creativity, Bauhaus Postcards is a must-have collection. These postcards not only showcase the talent of these renowned artists but also provide a window into the rich history of the Bauhaus movement. So, take a moment to explore the world of Bauhaus and savor the beauty of these rare and priceless postcards.

Weight: 616g
Dimension: 198 x 146 x 41 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781736863398