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Haverhill’s Museum of Printing opens its new exhibit, “The Colorful World of Chromolithography,” next month.
Described as “one of the most beautiful items in the Museum of Printing Romano Library” is the Album of contemporary celebrities, published by Lefevrè-Utile, Nantes, circa 1909. The Museum calls it a masterpiece of chromolithography and a stunning example of turn-of-the-century art nouveau illustration. There are only five of these 24-page albums in America and the Museum has one of them.
Those viewing the exhibit opening day, Saturday, Nov. 21, from 10 a.m.-4p.m., will receive a free copy of the unique work. Visitors will also see original examples of the work of Louis Prang, the father of the American Christmas card.
Visitors must wear masks.