Minton (John, illustrator) Our Time.
£275
3 issues, comprising: Vol.6, No.10 May 1947; Vol.7 No.10 July 1948; July-August 1949
London, Our Times Publications, 1947-49.
3 issues. 4to. Original pictorial wrappers.
Three issues of this left-wing periodical, designed to bring art and culture to the common man. These were the only issues to feature cover artwork by the illustrator & artist John Minton, including an illustration from his work based on the quays and wharves around Southwark and Bankside and another entitled ‘Jam Session’, reflecting Minton’s own interest in Jazz music. Uncommon.
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Minor tanning and creasing, mild fading to third issue, overall very good.
Cover artwork by John Minton; numerous illustrations, advertisements.
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