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Post by saint on Dec 13, 2011 16:03:46 GMT 1
Let us know what you find out Martin. Was tempted myself, glad i hadnt pulled the trigger yet....
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Post by fielder on Dec 13, 2011 16:11:13 GMT 1
Just emailed them also. No way I want this without the collage. It is very clear in the description that the collage is included and there is a picture of it with the book. Maybe it's being sent separately.
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Post by brushstrokes75 on Dec 13, 2011 16:15:31 GMT 1
Bought one too so I'm a bit disappointed by anticipation!
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Post by brushstrokes75 on Dec 13, 2011 16:17:53 GMT 1
So I guess it means our edition isn't limited at all? Marie is your book from the edition of 30?
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Post by saint on Dec 13, 2011 16:23:22 GMT 1
Thanks for your kind answer. Yes, I'm really really disappointed. I called them, and yes, they said that the collector with the original collage was sold in their shop in Berlin, not by internet, and the original collage is more expensive. They could not answer why it was in the description.  Marie, what are the 'original flipbooks' like? Just wondering if they are hand done, or printed....
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Post by sakyamuni on Dec 13, 2011 16:50:04 GMT 1
sad to hear that, can't believe they would do something like this 
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Post by fielder on Dec 13, 2011 17:13:25 GMT 1
It's mentioned THREE times in the description that it includes the collage!!
Vhils: Limited Collector's Edition Art & Limited Editions Strictly limited to 30 copies! Comes with the book, two original flipbooks, a collage painting and packaged in a special silkscreened box.
Release Date: December 2011 Artist: Vhils Productdetails:
Individually silkscreened wooden box with felt lining (255 x 273 x 42 mm) Original collage, bleach and acid print on 200gsm somerset paper, hand produced by the artist (50 x 70 cm) Two original flipbooks - Detritos Part 1: 113 pages & Detritos Part 2: 96 pages (100 x 75 mm) Vhils book Signed and numbered by Vhils Limitation: 30
Shop Price: €299.00
* Add to Wishlist * Add to Cart
About This Art Edition
The Vhils: Limited Collector’s Edition publication is strictly limited at 30 copies. This special collector’s item includes the Vhils book, two original landscape format flipbooks, and an exclusive collage painting, all of which are packaged in a unique silkscreened box individually carved by the artist. Each of these items is signed and numbered by Vhils himself.
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Post by marie on Dec 13, 2011 17:17:58 GMT 1
Sorry guys for these bad news for those who don't already receive it! When I called them, it's clear, there won't have a second package as I thought. The lady didn't know what to say about the original collage and why it was in the description. I think I'll also write them. The box is printed and, indeed, it's really nice, a beautiful art object. The book looks really nice and the "flipbooks" are printed. Yes, I have the collector edition, the mine is the n°1/30 and it's signed (it's my only consolation  ). I'll let you know when I have more news.
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Post by ilmambo on Dec 13, 2011 18:02:30 GMT 1
I would ship it back or ask for a partial refund. you didn't receive what advertised (three times!), an apology is not enough!
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Post by brushstrokes75 on Dec 13, 2011 18:07:30 GMT 1
Agree with ilmambo here! No way I'm getting done like that...... Even if it's a nice item!
I made a print screen just in case they change the description now.
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Post by chrispa on Dec 13, 2011 18:08:39 GMT 1
so does this mean the edition is not limited to 30, is this some sort of boxed and unlimited version?
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Post by Guest on Dec 13, 2011 19:11:42 GMT 1
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Post by Guest on Dec 13, 2011 19:13:16 GMT 1
Sorry trying to post a larger photo but check on the link in my last post...
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Post by marie on Dec 13, 2011 22:05:18 GMT 1
so does this mean the edition is not limited to 30, is this some sort of boxed and unlimited version? The edition is limited to 30, and signed. I receive the 1/30. I'll try to ask them to do something in order to repair this mistake. Oh I'm so so frustrated!!! 
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Post by ilmambo on Dec 13, 2011 22:34:50 GMT 1
just ask them to ship the collage too! that's what they have to do, can't think of any reason why they would sell it only in their store.
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Post by Nuart 2013 on Dec 13, 2011 23:13:11 GMT 1
Just received this evening, no sign of a " collage/print", cheap box with nice screen cover and a couple of offset flip books.. €240 more than the book !!! Just wrote them, pretty sure Vhils wouldn't be down with this. Will call em tomorrow and see if they plan to ship the print, if not then will open a paypal dispute and cross my fingers. If no joy then a Gestalten shoplifting spree. f**kers.
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Post by Guest on Dec 13, 2011 23:38:04 GMT 1
This is the print/collage in the listing... so none of you have received this...yet? Perhaps it's being sent separately...? Print on the right is signed and numbered 1/30... the plot thickens.
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Post by chrispa on Dec 14, 2011 0:06:31 GMT 1
If this was the UK they would almost certainly have to send the collage as they would have entered into a contract with you when they agreed to take the order and ship the book. However I am not sure how this works in the EU - any law students on the board?
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Post by sakyamuni on Dec 14, 2011 7:39:50 GMT 1
have just received this from Vhils' mailing list  Lançamento Livro Vhils da editora Gestalten com signing session. Para esta ocasião vamos fazer uma serigrafia edição especial Vhils X Montana Shop Lisboa 40x60 cm limitada a 25 Unidades. A serigrafia só vai estar disponivel para venda neste dia. Para reservas: info@montanashoplisboa.com Livro PVP: 39.90 euros Serigrafia : 80 euros To summarize, there is a book signing in lisboa on december 15th, and they will sell a limited edition print. The book is at 40 euros, the print at 80, maybe this is what they did in Berlin?
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Post by fielder on Dec 14, 2011 10:17:15 GMT 1
Just had an email from Joern at Gestalten:- "Hi, yes the collage is included and the collage is sent in a tube in a parcel of two boxes. Apparently one buyer just received one box of two. We are currently try to find out what happenend and track the order." Looks like the collage is being sent separately after all
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Post by Nuart 2013 on Dec 14, 2011 10:59:36 GMT 1
Response from Gestalten
dear
you didn't receive 2 boxes, one roll with the print shown on our website and one box including book and flip book? they have been sent as one shipment containing 2 boxes. We will investigate this and surely you should either have the collage or a refund.
Best gestalten
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Post by chrispa on Dec 14, 2011 11:03:08 GMT 1
Just received this evening, no sign of a " collage/print", cheap box with nice screen cover and a couple of offset flip books.. €240 more than the book !!! Just wrote them, pretty sure Vhils wouldn't be down with this. Will call em tomorrow and see if they plan to ship the print, if not then will open a paypal dispute and cross my fingers. If no joy then a Gestalten shoplifting spree. f**kers. so awould you regard the box as "Individually silkscreened wooden box with felt lining" or is that "not as described" also?
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Post by marie on Dec 14, 2011 12:01:09 GMT 1
Here is their answer… Ufff !  "Hi Marie, the Parcel is sent in two boxes, one roll, one carton. You only received the carton? we'll investigate this. Best Joern"
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Post by chrispa on Dec 14, 2011 12:12:08 GMT 1
the site hs been updated What you will now get is a print and not a collage . "Original silkscreen print, bleach and acid print on 200gsm somerset paper, hand produced by the artist (50 x 70 cm)"
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Post by tobaum on Dec 14, 2011 12:28:01 GMT 1
This whole thing doesn't sounds serious...
Collage, then no collage, then send in another box (but nobody received it...), then silkscreen,... wtf
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Post by saint on Dec 14, 2011 13:33:25 GMT 1
All changed now! Vhils: Limited Collector's Edition Art & Limited Editions Strictly limited to 30 copies! Comes with signed book, two flipbooks, a silkscreen print and packaged in a special silkscreened box. Release Date: December 2011 Artist: Vhils Productdetails:
Edition of 30 Individually silkscreened wooden box with felt lining (255 x 273 x 42 mm) Original silkscreen bleach and acid print on 200gsm somerset paper, hand produced by the artist (50 x 70 cm) Two flipbooks - Detritos Part 1: 113 pages & Detritos Part 2: 96 pages (100 x 75 mm) Vhils book Signed and numbered by Vhils
Wooden box with book and flipbooks to be sent separately from silkscreen print (rolled in tube) will be sent as two separate packages.
For questions and inquiries, contact berlinspace@gestalten.com. Shop Price: €299.00 Add to Wishlist Add to Cart About This Art Edition
The Vhils: Limited Collector’s Edition publication is strictly limited at 30 copies. This special collector’s item includes the signed Vhils book, two landscape format flipbooks, and an exclusive silkscreen bleach and acid print, all of which are packaged in a unique silkscreened box individually carved by the artist. Each of these items is signed and numbered by Vhils himself.
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Post by twist65 on Dec 14, 2011 13:49:46 GMT 1
great price with the print, expensive without.. lovely stuff though, hope everyone gets sorted!
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Post by saint on Dec 14, 2011 15:04:54 GMT 1
Agree that its much better value with a print than without, still disappointing it wasn't an editioned collage, although i guess as it uses bleach etc each print will differ... IMO, alot of nicer Vhils images out there, i'd rather splunk a bit more cash and go for the one on studio cromie which is an edition of 30, but all have different backgrounds, on wood, and perspex.... and then just buy the book.... www.studiocromie.org/gallery.php?id_art=127&id=463
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Post by Guest on Dec 14, 2011 15:10:30 GMT 1
Agree that its much better value with a print than without, still disappointing it wasn't an editioned collage, although i guess as it uses bleach etc each print will differ... IMO, alot of nicer Vhils images out there, i'd rather splunk a bit more cash and go for the one on studio cromie which is an edition of 30, but all have different backgrounds, on wood, and perspex.... and then just buy the book.... www.studiocromie.org/gallery.php?id_art=127&id=463Yer I was still tempted, but realised that once you take the bits and and stick em in a draw.. you are just left with a mediocre print. Plus as you say, for a bit more you can get a lot better. One thing ive learnt over the years is dont settle for second best by an artist just because its affordable... as within a month of owning it I always want to upgrade 
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Post by twist65 on Dec 14, 2011 15:15:53 GMT 1
yeah totally agree Des, thats happened to me loads, trying to hold out for killers only now, its hard though!
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