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No numerical print-run claim is made.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplete and near fine portfolio, comprising 10 color lithographs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHoused in the original printed portfolio cover with decorative lithographed title, contained within the original publisher’s box, with the original purple cord intact—an uncommon survival. Lithographs are exceptionally well-preserved, bright and clean, with only minor signs of age. All internal elements are present and in near fine condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bb-international-inquiry\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInternational delivery by quotation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternational delivery is available by quotation, subject to destination and carrier availability. Request shipping to your country and postal code using the item inquiry link below. We will confirm availability, delivery options, shipping charges and the order total before payment. 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The outer wooden portfolio shows general light wear, including rubbing and some chipping to the cover photograph, several minute edge tears, and a larger chip to the wood along the upper portion of the right edge. Interior foam shows age toning. The book, broadsides, and accompanying printed material remain very well preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book and twelve large-format broadsides are present, together with the cardstock plate bearing a pictorial title label, the Loujon Press broadside, and the handwritten letter from Jon Webb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bb-international-inquiry\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInternational delivery by quotation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternational delivery is available by quotation, subject to destination and carrier availability. Request shipping to your country and postal code using the item inquiry link below. We will confirm availability, delivery options, shipping charges and the order total before payment. 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The three woodcuts are clean and well preserved, with strong color, and remain loose as issued. Original title and limitation leaves, publisher’s portfolio, and mailing portfolio are present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"bb-international-inquiry\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eInternational delivery by quotation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInternational delivery is available by quotation, subject to destination and carrier availability. Request shipping to your country and postal code using the item inquiry link below. We will confirm availability, delivery options, shipping charges and the order total before payment. 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