West Side Fest: From Monarchy to Modernity Curatorial Tour

After declaring independence in 1918, the Czechoslovak First Republic produced travel posters that promoted the newly formed nation not only as an idyllic destination, but also as a land of opportunity and progress. Join curator Nicholas Lowry for a tour of From Monarchy to Modernity: Travel, Identity, & the Czechoslovak First Republic (1918–1938). Enjoy posters from a golden age of Czechoslovakian history and learn special bonus information about these rare design gems! This program is part of West Side Fest, a three-day celebration of arts and culture across Manhattan’s historic West Side, organized by the West Side Cultural Network. Nicholas D. Lowry is a New York City-born, internationally recognized authority on vintage posters. He is President of Swann Auction Galleries, where he oversees the vintage poster department, and is also known for his appearances on the PBS television series Antiques Roadshow, where he has been appraising vintage posters for almost 30 years. He… View Source