Greetings From The Barricades – Tobie Mathew
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An extraordinary detailed book exploring the history of Russian picture postcards from the 1905 Revolution in Russia. Extensively researched, presenting an exceptional wealth of informations in all aspects regarding the production and surroundings of revolutionary, defiance inspiring postcards, at a time of change in the Russian Empire. From the conception, production, distribution, to background and side stories, author Tobie Mathew, has collated his research in this intriguing 480 page volume.
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The book features over 200 colour reproductions of postcards. Printed on a tactile heavily uncoated paper, careful considerations during colour reproductions and separation was imperative to achieve optimal image and colour quality. Conscious and precise work was undertaken to ensure the evocative character of the postcards is fully reproduced and brought to expression in the book.
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Published by Four Corners Books, designed by John Morgan studio. Print production by Martin Lee, printed by Verona Libri, Italy.
480 pages, hardback, 17 x 24 cm, 220 illustrations
ISBN 978-1-909829-12-1