{"product_id":"1960s-vwv-school-chart-of-nuclear-power-plant","title":"1960s VWV school chart of a nuclear power plant","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe were able to acquire a large batch of this series last month and stocked them all at once.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe response was overwhelming—thank you so much!!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI recently had the opportunity to meet with a dealer acquaintance, and they managed to collect more for us. For now, this is the last of them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI’m not sure when we’ll be able to get them again, but since we personally love these items and display them in our own homes and showroom, we will keep hunting for them. Haha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eNow, let’s move on to the introduction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThese are 1960s school charts from Volk und Wissen Verlag, also known as VWV, a publisher in the former East Germany that produced almost all textbooks, teaching materials, and educational journals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eVWV 1960s school charts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThey are roll-up wall hanging teaching aids that were actually used in educational settings.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTo withstand repeated use, the paper is backed with linen, and although there is some minor age-related wear, they are in great condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis one was used as a teaching tool for nuclear power plants back in the 60s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI don’t understand German at all, so I just had a hunch based on the design, but when I asked the dealer, they confirmed it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe stocked a nuclear-themed chart last time too, and it was seriously cool; I think this whole series is amazing. Haha.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe black background and the way the colors are balanced and applied are truly stylish. It’s simply cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt features hand-drawn art, not photographs, which is characteristic of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI’m drawn to the brushwork and color choices, which evoke a certain mid-century atmosphere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBecause they were educational materials, they have an inorganic quality and a lack of unnecessary elements that give them a unique charm distinct from fine art.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe love them and have them displayed in our home too. Since you only need one hook on the wall to hang them,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eit’s low-hurdle—no heavy labor like drilling holes or hammering in nails—\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eand when you want to store them, you can just roll them up, which is great for saving space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe’d love to handle standard framed art, but we’re always worried about shipping;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eafter one arrived shattered in the past, we haven't been able to offer them since. (Haha)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis is a rare art piece that you don't have to worry about breaking even when traveling across borders.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThey are highly regarded in Europe and North America for their excellent design, and they typically fetch over €150.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eDepending on the item, many are traded for between €300 and €500.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAs I mentioned, we’ve used them as interior decor for years, photographed them, and experienced the paper quality firsthand, and I can tell you the quality is genuinely high. It’s surprising that something with this level of quality and design was produced in the 60s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI think one reason for the high quality is that they weren't just mass-produced, but published by a major company as official teaching materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt’s a pity you can’t touch them in person, but I guarantee you’ll be impressed when it arrives. Haha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThey look far cooler in person than in photos and have a strong presence—what I’d call \"manly\" presence. \"Manly.\" Haha.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThere are various types from all over the world, and there are even collectors for them. I think the fact that it’s hard to come across the same one twice is something that tickles the heart of a vintage lover.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eI’ve written a lot, but I’d be happy if you could just choose one with the same feeling as looking at art or a T-shirt print!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrice includes shipping and tax \/ World Shipping And Tax Including Price\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ematerial -  Paper and Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003esize - Image 94×63cm \/ Rod length 101.5cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003econdition - No issues. 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