1924 Wilhelm Ostwald – The Color Primer (Die Farbenfibel)

Wilhelm Ostwald – The Color Primer (Die Farbenfibel) Leipzig: Unesma G.m.b.H., 1924. 8vo. Original cloth with printed title and color cube device; 47, [1] pp. 10th improved edition. With 10 plates and 252 mounted color samples. A compact and highly influential exposition of Wilhelm Ostwald’s color system, presenting calibrated hue scales, tonal progressions, and a full color circle. Designed as a practical manual for artists, craftsmen, and industry, the work translates Ostwald’s scientific color theory into a portable reference format. The mounted samples retain strong saturation, illustrating the precision of the system. Very good condition. Light soiling and splaying to boards. Inv. H5