1910 Catalogue II of Pyrography Instruments and Amateur Craft Supplies

LUDVÍK CÍSAŘ – Ceník II. na přístroje vypalovací a potřeby k různým pracím diletantským [Catalogue II of Pyrography Instruments and Amateur Craft Supplies]. Prague: Ludvík Císař, 1910. 8vo. 36pp. Original printed wrappers in an elegant Secession design printed in black and red with a stylized Prague skyline. Profusely illustrated throughout. Very good condition.

An uncommon trade catalogue issued by Prague art-supply dealer Ludvík Císař, documenting the flourishing early twentieth-century enthusiasm for pyrography (wood burning) and other decorative handicrafts. The catalogue presents a comprehensive range of benzine-powered pyrography machines, platinum-iridium burning tips in numerous profiles, replacement parts, clamps, wire brushes, transfer patterns, wooden blanks, boxes, plaques, trays, picture frames, glove boxes, cigarette cases, and other prepared wooden objects intended for decoration by burning or painting.