Bidspirit auction | 2pc Early 20th Century Passion

2pc Early 20th Century Passion Play Oberammergau Books - Offered here are two early illustrated guides to the famous Oberammergau Passion Play, each providing unique insight into one of Europe's most enduring religious and cultural traditions. The first is a softcover copy of Passion Play, Ober-Ammergau 1922, featuring its original textured wraps with gilt titling. This example includes vivid tipped-in color plates depicting scenes from the performance, alongside text in both German and English, though the fragile binding and covers show age-related wear. The second volume is The Passion Play of 1900 by John P. Jackson, noted as ”the only complete illustrated guide with the full official text.” Printed in English with photographic illustrations of the cast in costume, it also bears an early ownership inscription to the front cover. Together, these books document the evolving presentation of the Oberammergau Passion Play across two performances, one at the turn of the century and the other just after the First World War. Dimensions: Larger book measures 6.25”L x 0.75”W x 8.5”H Date or Era: 1900-1922 Country of Origin: Germany Condition: Age related wear.