Lot 18
  • 18

Jullien, Jean

Estimate
1,000 - 1,500 GBP
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Description

  • Jullien, Jean
  • The "First Editions - Recovered" copy of:
  • book with new dust-jacket
Kipling, Rudyard. The Jungle Book. Macmillan, 1894, 8vo, FIRST EDITION, illustrations by J.L. Kipling, W.H. Drake and P. Frenzeny, original blue pictorial cloth gilt, green endpapers, some spotting and browning, ownership signature and bookplate, binding worn with lower joint split, some loss to extremities, upper hinge split

WITH AN ORIGINAL DUST-JACKET BY JEAN JULLIEN, 192 by 385mm., acrylic gouache on celluloid paper, signed by the artist ("Jean Jullien")

Condition

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"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
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Catalogue Note

Jean Jullien is an acclaimed graphic artist. His practice ranges from illustration to photography, video, costumes, installations, books, posters and clothing to create a coherent yet eclectic body of work.

"I grew up watching and loving the Disney version and am always interested in revisiting popular culture landmarks. I find that their endurance to time and iteration is a tribute to their efficiency and quality"