"Buch Esther, " illustrations for the Book of Esther by Mischa Traub. Hanover (Germany): Kommissions-Verlag der Bücherstube Coester, [1922]. German. Booklet with seven illustrations (tipped-in prints) to the Book of Esther: Vashti expelled from the palace, Ahasuerus chooses Esther to be queen, Mordechai the Jew refuses to bow before Haman, Mordechai paraded on horseback, and more. Copy no. 62 out of an edition of 100 copies, signed "M. Traub" on title page. With introduction by the artist. Some of the illustrations feature elements characteristic of Europe in the early 1920s, including feathered caps, lorgnettes (hand-held spectacles), and a handbag. The characters in the illustrations are identified by bearing either Stars of David or swastikas (which appear on their clothing, their jewelry, or on other belongings). As the narrative progresses, King Ahasuerus's palace gradually fills with Stars of David while the swastikas gradually diminish in number, until they remain only on Haman's distinctive hat. The Nazi party adopted the swastika as its official symbol in 1920. [4] pp. + [7] ff. (heavy paper with prints tipped in), approx. 30 cm. Good condition. Minor stains to title page and introductory page. Minor blemishes. Leaves slightly faded at edges. Bound with a string. Original paper cover, with gilt inscription (somewhat blemished and worn, with minor worming). Only two copies in OCLC.