Jim Henson's fantasy film "The Dark Crystal", featuring the concept design of artist Brian Froud, has developed a big cult following over 25 years. This is a reissue of the work as a collector's edition. It contains all of the art and text of the original volume - plus a new essay by Froud, illustrated with never-before-published paintings, drawings and sculptures from the film's archives. This edition also features a facsimile of a 20-page booklet Froud and Henson created to present the film to backers, which gives an ...
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Jim Henson's fantasy film "The Dark Crystal", featuring the concept design of artist Brian Froud, has developed a big cult following over 25 years. This is a reissue of the work as a collector's edition. It contains all of the art and text of the original volume - plus a new essay by Froud, illustrated with never-before-published paintings, drawings and sculptures from the film's archives. This edition also features a facsimile of a 20-page booklet Froud and Henson created to present the film to backers, which gives an overview of the story.
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Collectable-Very Good Condition in Very Good jacket. 9780810945791. ~~Contains Facsimile booklet to rear~~VG/VG-2nd impression 2003 Pavilion hardback reissue, unclipped DJ, the book featuring new art and intro by the artist. Comes with the superb facsimile booklet of original artwork housed in special envelope inside rear cover, and original translucent pages. Closed tear to top rear edge of jacket next to spine, some sun-fading around top rear edge of jacket, all else VG and well-preserved internally, bright and unmarked. Immediate dispatch Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: 1-2 kilos. Category: Art & Design; ISBN: 0810945797. ISBN/EAN: 9780810945791. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 090146.
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Very Good Condition in Good jacket. 9780810945791. ~~Contains Facsimile booklet to rear~~VG/Quite Good 1st impression 2003 Pavilion hardback reissue, unclipped DJ, the book featuring new art and intro by the artist. Comes with the superb facsimile booklet of original artwork housed in special envelope inside rear cover, and original translucent pages. 1.5cm tear to top front of DJ spine, large patches of previous water staining around top and base of inside of jacket spine, all else VG and well-preserved internally, bright and unmarked. Immediate dispatch Quantity Available: 1. Category: Art & Design; ISBN: 0810945797. ISBN/EAN: 9780810945791. The photos provided are of our own book, further photos may be arranged upon request. Inventory No: 076035.
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Like New. NY: The Jim Henson Company/Abrams, 2003. 4th printing. Collector's edition. Folio Hardcover. 132pp. B/W and color illustrations. Fine book and Near Fine dust jacket. Includes facsimile booklet of original concept drawings. In protective mylar cover. (movies, film, art) Inquire if you need further information. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.
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Very Good+ in Very Good+ dust jacket. 0810945797. Large format hardcover with dustjacket, first printing of this new edition as indicated by the publisher's "1" in the number line on copyright page, "This beautiful new collector's edition includes a fascinating new essay by Froud in which he shares his personal observations on the creative process he and Henson employed while making the film, and it includes 15 new pieces of never-before-published art from the Henson archives. Most remarkable, it also features a facsimile of a fascinating booklet Froud and Henson created to present the film to the early backers-a gorgeous overview of the story so rare only a few copies are know to exist, " book has moderate bumps to the top corners and minor creasing at bottom of spine, the binding is tight and clean and the contents are fine, the jacket has mild edge-creasing at top and bottom, a short crease on the front flap, and a tiny amount of edge-wear at bottom of spine, the jacket is clean and attractive, the original price is present and a professional (removable) mylar cover is included; 132 pages.
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Near Fine in Very Good-D.J. jacket. Folio-over 12-15" tall. 2nd Printing. CLEAN near fine 2003 2nd printing hardcover with very good-dust jacket. includes facsimile booklet of original concept drawings in pocket in rear.
This lavish production is a must for any fan of the movie "The Dark Crystal". A huge book to grace any coffee table, it's crammed with full-colour illustrations and a fascinating text which could be considered a fantasy tale in its own right. It purports to be the first findings of an archaeological study of the world of the Crystal, in which human researchers strive to understand its strange artifacts and decipher the documents left by Aughra the seer. The mystical and spiritual forces inherent in the story, which are barely hinted at in the film, are discussed in much greater depth here. In fact, if you are of a mystical or occultist bent, you will find much food for thought! For the more technically minded, it is possible to trace the development of the film design through the illustrations. The story's evolution is highlighted in this collector's edition by the bonus document -- a facsimile of the original story outline (also illustrated), produced to show to potential investors. I've wanted my own copy for 20 years, and now that I have it, my only regret is not buying it sooner!
