Rare Collection of 1910's Guido Bruno Zines | Illustrations by Djuna Barnes and Clara Tice)

$198.00

Rare Collection of Guido Bruno Magazines, ca. 1916-19.

Bruno, a Czech-born writer, playwright and rare book dealer, published his weekly zines from 1916 to 1922, mostly from his “garret on Washington Square” in Greenwich Village. Though his story is fascinating in retrospect, he was at the time seen as a charlatan (the so-called The Barnum of Bohemia), as he regularly charged uptown yuppies a quarter to come to his garret to watch the “artists in their natural environment.”

Part gossip rag, part literary mag, his publications did manage to - amongst Bruno’s own semi-ridiculous ramblings and possible Aubrey Beardsley forgeries - introduce a handful of up-and-coming writers and artists like the aforementioned Barnes, as well as Clara Tice, Stanislaw Przybyszewski and Hart Crane.

This collection includes 4 Issues (in order of photos):

Bruno’s, January 2017 (3rd photo)

  • Includes an article by George Bernard Shaw on “Going to Church,” an illustrated spread on art galleries and one by the publisher himself on…the sexuality of musical instruments. Cover art by Djuna Barnes. Barnes was a writer, journalist, artist and playwright most known for her association with the eclectic group of bohemian artists and writers occupying Greenwich Village in the first quarter of the 20th century. For a long time, her writings were undervalued and forgotten, but have since been re-evaluated. Writer Bertha Harris once described her work as "practically the only available expression of lesbian culture we have in the modern western world" since Sappho. Barnes’ writing style is controversial and often defies convention. While scholars can’t seem to decide if her voice is fresh and feminist or misogynist and misanthropic, she was admired by the likes of Anais Nin and Dylan Thomas, and poet Edwin Muir compared her gifts to that of James Joyce.
  • Condition: Very good; some discoloration and creasing at the edges but the binding is solid and paper strong.

    Bruno's Weekly, September 1916

    • Cover art by Clara Tice. Tice, dubbed "the Queen of Greenwich Village" in the 1910's and 20's, was an avant-garde writer, illustrator and provocateur, known for her erotic illustrations and bobbed hairstyle. 
    • Condition: Very fragile and yellowed; paper is starting to crumble along the edges; coming apart at the binding with loose cover and pages 

    Bruno's Review of Life Love & Letters, April 1919

    • Articles include such gems as "Jesus Christ by a Roman who knew him personally." ;)
    • Condition: Very fragile and yellowed; paper is starting to crumble along the edges; coming apart at the binding with loose cover and pages 

      Bruno's Weekly, September 1916

      • Cover art by Leonard St. John
      • Condition: Very fragile and yellowed; paper is starting to crumble at the edges; coming apart at the binding with loose and pages 

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      M 37.5" - 39" 28.5" - 30" 38.5" - 40"
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      L 41" - 43" 34" - 35" 18.5"
      XL 44" - 46" 36" - 38" 19"

       

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      M 37.5" - 39" 28.5" - 30" 38.5" - 40"
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      S 36" - 38" 29" - 31" 17.5"
      M 38" - 40" 32" - 33" 18"
      L 41" - 43" 34" - 35" 18.5"
      XL 44" - 46" 36" - 38" 19"

       

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      • Mint: Pristine with no signs of wear

      • Excellent: Usual signs of wear due to occasional use

      • Very Good: Surface flaws such as minor fading or staining (noted in description), but still very wearable

      • Good: More noticeable flaws, such as tears or holes (noted in description), but still very wearable

      • Fair: Probably best for a costume or study, but might still be wearable

      Occasionally you may see the word “Deadstock” used in HoW listings. This is not a reference to condition, but rather an indication that the garment/item in question has never been used, and is sometimes in original packaging or with original tags. These items may still have fading, staining or other issues from years of storage, but any visible flaws will be noted in the description.

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      ESTIMATED PROCESSING TIMES

      within 3 days of original sale.

       

      ESTIMATED SHIPPING TIMES

      North America: 3-5 business days

      Europe: 1-4 weeks

      Australia, New Zealand and Oceania: 1-4 weeks

      Asia Pacific: 1-4 weeks

      Latin America and the Caribbean: 1-4 weeks

      North Africa and the Middle East: 1-4 weeks

      Sub-Saharan Africa: 1-4 weeks

      We do our best to meet these shipping estimates, but cannot guarantee them. Actual delivery time will depend on the shipping method you choose.

       

      CUSTOMS AND IMPORT TAXES

      International buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply. We are not responsible for delays due to customs. If a package is returned due to the refusal to pay custom charges, you will be given the option repay the original shipping charge and have the package resent. Otherwise, you will forfeit your order and not be refunded. If you have any concerns, please make all inquiries before placing your order. 

       

      SHIPPING METHODS

      Domestic Orders ship via USPS Priority. First Class Mail is available on select items. All items over $150 will be shipped via USPS Priority Mail, and all items over $300 will be shipped USPS Priority Mail with Signature Confirmation.

      International Orders ship via USPS Priority Mail or First Class International Mail. 

      STORE POLICIES

      RETURNS/EXCHANGES

      VINTAGE + Workroom: Hall of Wonders accepts returns for store credit on these items, with the exception of sale and intimates. Returns must be shipped back in their original condition - unworn and unwashed - within 14 days of delivery. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. Store credit is valid for up to one year from issue date.

      NEW: Hall of Wonders accepts returns for a full refund (minus shipping) on these items. Returns must be shipped back in their original condition - unworn and unwashed - within 14 days of delivery. Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. 

      Please contact us if you have any problems with your order.

       

      BUYING VINTAGE

      All items available in this vintage collection are at least 20 years of age and most have prior ownership, so they may not be 100% free of minor defects. Any noticeable flaws are included in item descriptions and photographs for buyer discretion.

      Vendor: antique

      Rare Collection of 1910's Guido Bruno Zines | Illustrations by Djuna Barnes and Clara Tice)

      $198.00