EPHEMERAL FREE CITY OF GDAŃSK. LEXICON

Discover the fascinating world of ephemeral prints from the Free City of Gdańsk! This lexicon is a true treasure trove of knowledge about ephemera, unconventional publications, and jobbing works that once shaped social life. Immerse yourself in history and learn about the old language, fashion, and customs thanks to the documents collected and cataloged by Aneta Kwiatkowska.

• Richly illustrated album of ephemeral prints
• Detailed descriptions of tickets, labels, and forms
• Unique advertising folders and postcards
• Valuable posters and flyers from the era
• Source of knowledge about the old language and customs
• Catalog of several dozen types of documents

Aneta Kwiatkowska's lexicon is not only a collection of ephemeral prints but, above all, a fascinating journey through time. Thanks to it, we can better understand the daily life of the inhabitants of the Free City of Gdańsk, their worries and joys. Ephemeral prints, although transient, were once an important element of social communication, informing about upcoming events, advertising products, and serving propaganda. Today, they are an invaluable source of information about past times.

The lexicon contains descriptions of tickets, labels, official forms, advertising folders, postcards, posters, and flyers. The whole is illustrated by an album with an extensive selection of ephemeral prints preserved in the PAN Library in Gdańsk. A real treat for history lovers, collectors, and anyone who wants to deepen their knowledge about the Free City of Gdańsk.

The book was published by Słowo/Obraz Terytoria in 2025. It has 320 pages and a format of 216x165 mm. It is a must-have for anyone interested in the history of Gdańsk and printing.