Julian Przyboś – Oburącz (1926), Avant-Garde Poetry First Edition | Antykwariat Sobieski

Discover Oburącz by Julian Przyboś – rare 1926 avant-garde poetry first edition with expressive typography by Władysław Strzemiński, perfect for collectors.

Julian Przyboś – Oburącz (1926), Avant-Garde Poetry First Edition | Antykwariat Sobieski

In the The Best of the Best section, we present true antiquarian gems – early printed books, first editions of Polish and European literary classics, and unique volumes that have long been prized by collectors. Each copy tells its own story, combining literary, historical, and aesthetic value.

Alongside classic early prints and first editions, we observe a growing interest in avant-garde and experimental literature. Interwar Polish avant-garde, functionalist typographic designs, innovative poetic layouts, and covers created by artists such as Władysław Strzemiński and Julian Przyboś are increasingly sought after by collectors. Volumes like Oburącz (Warsaw 1926) not only represent exceptional artistic and historical value but also constitute a significant element of the 20th-century experimental literature market.

The avant-garde literature market is highly dynamic: interest from collectors and academic institutions translates into strong liquidity for rare copies, especially first editions and publications in very good condition. Auctions show that avant-garde poetry volumes from the 1920s and 1930s can achieve prices comparable to classical early prints, and the market continues to grow, attracting both new buyers and experienced collectors of experimental literature.

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