Frank Abraham - Homo Mutans - 1971
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Homo Mutans is a fine 1st edition portfolio by Frank Abraham, in Dutch, French, German and English, comprising twelve tipped-in images signed by the artist and numbered from 100 copies, with 14 pages, 42 × 30 cm, published by No Publisher.
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A rare portfolio of twelve of Frank's images. Each is tipped onto a backing card, titled, signed by Frank and number from 100 copies.
Original stiff card boards with illustration to the front cover. A touch of marking to the covers only.
There is a single stiff sheet of yellow card, with an essay by Roger Serras and a vignette illustration to the middle of the sheet. To the reverse is a summary in French, German and English.
"Let the scales fall from the body and the blind cloths from over the eyes." Frank's work is a celebration of death and decay.
The twelve illustrations are in excellent condition.
This is a rare work. Naturally, there are only 100 copies - but we have been unable to find another copy of the complete work, and only a couple of individual prints from the portfolio available.
We are away from March 16th to April 6th inclusive, so any lots not paid for by the end of March 15th will have to await our return to be shipped. Apologies for any inconvenience
Seller's Story
We are professional booksellers based in France, and have been members of ILAB for many years. We currently hold full membership of SLAM, as well as other organisations. We also sell at fairs and markets across Europe.
We are often found at brocantes and marches, searching for books and prints. We are also always interested in acquiring new stock from individuals, so if you have books or prints to sell, do get in touch.
We are proud to purchase biodegradable packaging and materials. Where possible, all of our book wrap and tape are compostable or re-cyclable. If you do receive any plastic bubble wrap from us - it is because we are re-using items we have received.
A rare portfolio of twelve of Frank's images. Each is tipped onto a backing card, titled, signed by Frank and number from 100 copies.
Original stiff card boards with illustration to the front cover. A touch of marking to the covers only.
There is a single stiff sheet of yellow card, with an essay by Roger Serras and a vignette illustration to the middle of the sheet. To the reverse is a summary in French, German and English.
"Let the scales fall from the body and the blind cloths from over the eyes." Frank's work is a celebration of death and decay.
The twelve illustrations are in excellent condition.
This is a rare work. Naturally, there are only 100 copies - but we have been unable to find another copy of the complete work, and only a couple of individual prints from the portfolio available.
We are away from March 16th to April 6th inclusive, so any lots not paid for by the end of March 15th will have to await our return to be shipped. Apologies for any inconvenience
Seller's Story
We are professional booksellers based in France, and have been members of ILAB for many years. We currently hold full membership of SLAM, as well as other organisations. We also sell at fairs and markets across Europe.
We are often found at brocantes and marches, searching for books and prints. We are also always interested in acquiring new stock from individuals, so if you have books or prints to sell, do get in touch.
We are proud to purchase biodegradable packaging and materials. Where possible, all of our book wrap and tape are compostable or re-cyclable. If you do receive any plastic bubble wrap from us - it is because we are re-using items we have received.
Details
Number of Books
1
Subject
Art
Book Title
Homo Mutans
Author/ Illustrator
Frank Abraham
Condition
Fine
Artist
Abraham Frank
Publication year oldest item
1971
Height
42 cm
Edition
1st Edition
Width
30 cm
Language
Dutch, English, French, German
Original language
Yes
Publisher
No Publisher
Binding/ Material
Portfolio
Extras
Signed by illustrator
Number of pages
14
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