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1968 FD-118 Quicksilver Avalon Ballroom Poster CGC 7

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Description

Bob Schnepf who contributed to several popular Family Dog posters, rendered this poster for a weekend of Quicksilver Messenger service shows at the Avalon Ballroom. This really fine poster is not often noticed in the overall Family Dog Series. However the image is humorous and well conceived, the use of color is strong and the lettering is really tight.

Poster – Quicksilver Messenger Service
Subtitle – Dancing Bear
Catalog #FD-118
Grade – CGC 7.0
Bands/Bill – Quicksilver Messenger Service, Ace of Cups, Flamin’ Groovies
Venue – Avalon Ballroom
City – San Francisco, California
Date – 5/10-12/68
Dimensions – 14” x 19”
Printing – OP-1, Original Pre-Concert First Printing
Paper – Coated Index
Artist – Bob Schnepf
Series/ Promoter- Family Dog
Condition Details

Condition

7 - DETAILS: DMG View the detailed high res photo of this lot: Click on the thumbnail photo, to see an enlarged photo. For a personalized eyewitness examination call 410-464-6180, 11:00 am to 6:00pm eastern. This poster is available for inspection at our gallery, by appointment. A 20% Buyers Premium will be added to the final hammer price of this lot.

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1968 FD-118 Quicksilver Avalon Ballroom Poster CGC 7

Name: 1968 FD-118 Quicksilver Avalon Ballroom Poster CGC 7
SKU: 110875917
Price: 151 USD
Availability: InStock

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