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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by snoozy on Feb 11, 2023 19:48:15 GMT 1, Says Unsigned in the title.
Says Unsigned in the title.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by High Contrast on Feb 11, 2023 20:00:53 GMT 1, I personally wouldn’t spend over £90k on one at the moment.
One with some minimal burn ( which will probably fade if you float it in a frame over time) I’d pay £85k
I personally wouldn’t go for it if it’s more Matt burned. Will be hard to sell on if you ever need to
I personally wouldn’t spend over £90k on one at the moment.
One with some minimal burn ( which will probably fade if you float it in a frame over time) I’d pay £85k
I personally wouldn’t go for it if it’s more Matt burned. Will be hard to sell on if you ever need to
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Love Is In The Air on Feb 11, 2023 20:11:06 GMT 1, I’ve never dropped this much on a print but have bought and sold some Banksys and I would say if you can spend a bit more to get one without Matt burn I would do it. I say this just because if you ever need to sell it this will make things smoother/quicker. So totally agree with High Contrast. Also if spending £50k+ on any print I would aim to get one with as good as condition as possible. Pretty obvious thing to say but if 5k more gets you a much better one it’s 5% extra initial cost but just long term puts you in a much better position. Good luck with the purchase, am very jealous!
I’ve never dropped this much on a print but have bought and sold some Banksys and I would say if you can spend a bit more to get one without Matt burn I would do it. I say this just because if you ever need to sell it this will make things smoother/quicker. So totally agree with High Contrast. Also if spending £50k+ on any print I would aim to get one with as good as condition as possible. Pretty obvious thing to say but if 5k more gets you a much better one it’s 5% extra initial cost but just long term puts you in a much better position. Good luck with the purchase, am very jealous!
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by dotdot on Feb 11, 2023 20:20:03 GMT 1, a few words.
the prints you've seen....
how white is it ?
how red is it ?
what is the paper like ?
corners ?
rear of the print ? ... and is it framed , by whom and ... everything else that goes with a frame / sun fade lines etc.
(have you actually looked at these things in BRIGHT DAYLIGHT ?) tungsten will not cut it in this regard , btw. led ? NO.
Did you plenty of take notes ? they will all be different.
...the person or gallery / source - what are they like ? any signs of life (useful) / death (can we do it now..!) ?
coa ? is whose name is it ?
..there you go...
oh and price circa ? £100k , for all the trimmings - (ie you feel safe and are being taken care of)
if you see exactly what you want to buy - you'll know it !
If that box is not ticked.. you will remember this ... in years to come.
one last , perhaps ironic , question - are you planning to frame it and hang on the wall ? consider insurance.
..now put some loud music on and the kettle... chill. (if you drink whiskey - pour a wee glass and savour..)
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ps - no, i don't work for any galleries and am not affiliated with anyone.
a few words.
the prints you've seen....
how white is it ?
how red is it ?
what is the paper like ?
corners ?
rear of the print ? ... and is it framed , by whom and ... everything else that goes with a frame / sun fade lines etc.
(have you actually looked at these things in BRIGHT DAYLIGHT ?) tungsten will not cut it in this regard , btw. led ? NO.
Did you plenty of take notes ? they will all be different.
...the person or gallery / source - what are they like ? any signs of life (useful) / death (can we do it now..!) ?
coa ? is whose name is it ?
..there you go...
oh and price circa ? £100k , for all the trimmings - (ie you feel safe and are being taken care of)
if you see exactly what you want to buy - you'll know it !
If that box is not ticked.. you will remember this ... in years to come.
one last , perhaps ironic , question - are you planning to frame it and hang on the wall ? consider insurance.
..now put some loud music on and the kettle... chill. (if you drink whiskey - pour a wee glass and savour..)
..
ps - no, i don't work for any galleries and am not affiliated with anyone.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by cemltz on Feb 11, 2023 20:40:06 GMT 1, Previous posters haver pretty much got it covered. I would be thinking £100k for well above average condition, add maybe 10% if pristine.
Not knowing your individual situation or circumstances, it is often the case that making compromises to save money is not a great long term strategy. Whatever it is that you want, get that. Worth waiting for and paying for. If you don't, rather than really enjoying the piece, it's the little things that you settled for that you will see every time you look at it.
For me, I actually don't care that much about condition, so not an issue. These things were basically glorified posters when initially sold, and many spent some portion of their existence being treated as such: tacked or taped to walls, rolled up, etc. Now, I'm not ignorant of resale value, so I take all of that in to consideration when I price the works. Guitars and old school street art, I like to see that they have "lived a bit", so I buy the rough ones.
Previous posters haver pretty much got it covered. I would be thinking £100k for well above average condition, add maybe 10% if pristine.
Not knowing your individual situation or circumstances, it is often the case that making compromises to save money is not a great long term strategy. Whatever it is that you want, get that. Worth waiting for and paying for. If you don't, rather than really enjoying the piece, it's the little things that you settled for that you will see every time you look at it.
For me, I actually don't care that much about condition, so not an issue. These things were basically glorified posters when initially sold, and many spent some portion of their existence being treated as such: tacked or taped to walls, rolled up, etc. Now, I'm not ignorant of resale value, so I take all of that in to consideration when I price the works. Guitars and old school street art, I like to see that they have "lived a bit", so I buy the rough ones.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Deleted on Feb 11, 2023 20:48:29 GMT 1, Here’s some great advice..
DONT
Buy some decent art . This is pure garbage
Here’s some great advice..
DONT
Buy some decent art . This is pure garbage
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by High Contrast on Feb 11, 2023 20:52:41 GMT 1, Here’s some great advice.. DONT Buy some decent art . This is pure garbage from someone who is selling a Bozo original, a Josh Sperling mirror and some Connor brothers print to boot .. I’d be inclined to do exactly the opposite of what you say
🤣🤣
Here’s some great advice.. DONT Buy some decent art . This is pure garbage from someone who is selling a Bozo original, a Josh Sperling mirror and some Connor brothers print to boot .. I’d be inclined to do exactly the opposite of what you say 🤣🤣
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Deleted on Feb 11, 2023 21:09:23 GMT 1, Ha ha my collection is fine thanks.. some would say revered..
Ha ha my collection is fine thanks.. some would say revered..
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Richy Rich
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Richy Rich on Feb 11, 2023 21:27:53 GMT 1, Why buy a copy of arguably the most iconic artwork of the 21st Century when you could grab 100 Connor Brother’s prints instead. No brainer.
Why buy a copy of arguably the most iconic artwork of the 21st Century when you could grab 100 Connor Brother’s prints instead. No brainer.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Deleted on Feb 11, 2023 21:32:36 GMT 1, He’s the most over rated artist in history and the market has confirmed that.
pass, pass, pass, pass (auction highlights) 😂😂
oh and in case the Connor bros thing is aimed at me , I’ve never ever owned a Connor bros print..
you precious little boys can’t bare seeing your wanksy money evaporate
get some class, it’s tragic
toooooo funny
He’s the most over rated artist in history and the market has confirmed that.
pass, pass, pass, pass (auction highlights) 😂😂
oh and in case the Connor bros thing is aimed at me , I’ve never ever owned a Connor bros print..
you precious little boys can’t bare seeing your wanksy money evaporate
get some class, it’s tragic
toooooo funny
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by robo on Feb 11, 2023 21:45:00 GMT 1, Let the buyer enjoy his upcoming purchase. The above posts are just sour grapes cos they’re not buying a £100k Banksy.
I would mention that though you want quality, a lot can be addressed by a good conservator. If you have photos of any issues they can give you an idea of if they’re fixable or not. Eg most matt burn can be washed out. Fading due to sunlight can’t be reversed however.
Let the buyer enjoy his upcoming purchase. The above posts are just sour grapes cos they’re not buying a £100k Banksy.
I would mention that though you want quality, a lot can be addressed by a good conservator. If you have photos of any issues they can give you an idea of if they’re fixable or not. Eg most matt burn can be washed out. Fading due to sunlight can’t be reversed however.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Deleted on Feb 11, 2023 21:59:30 GMT 1, Im trying to help him not make a huge mistake..
I would suggest that’s kindness not sour grapes
Im trying to help him not make a huge mistake..
I would suggest that’s kindness not sour grapes
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by mojo on Feb 11, 2023 22:11:42 GMT 1, I'd definitely go for the print in near pristine condition, it's an investment so buy the best that you can! As for what you will pay, that largely depends on what the seller is asking, there is generally some wiggle room however many of the people talking down prices are the people trying to buy them!...and if you go too low the seller will just hold or sell to someone else. Check out the provenance and COA with PC before paying and if possible meet up with the seller in person and if all is well go for a good lunch to celebrate
I'd definitely go for the print in near pristine condition, it's an investment so buy the best that you can! As for what you will pay, that largely depends on what the seller is asking, there is generally some wiggle room however many of the people talking down prices are the people trying to buy them!...and if you go too low the seller will just hold or sell to someone else. Check out the provenance and COA with PC before paying and if possible meet up with the seller in person and if all is well go for a good lunch to celebrate
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Richy Rich on Feb 11, 2023 23:26:48 GMT 1, He’s the most over rated artist in history and the market has confirmed that. pass, pass, pass, pass (auction highlights) 😂😂 oh and in case the Connor bros thing is aimed at me , I’ve never ever owned a Connor bros print.. you precious little boys can’t bare seeing your wanksy money evaporate get some class, it’s tragic toooooo funny I’m a little confused about your post. Are you talking aesthetically or purely on financial terms?
‘Get some class’ suggests you’re talking about aesthetics but talk of ‘markets’ and ‘wanksy money evaporating’ hints you’re commenting more on credibility on the investment.
He’s the most over rated artist in history and the market has confirmed that. pass, pass, pass, pass (auction highlights) 😂😂 oh and in case the Connor bros thing is aimed at me , I’ve never ever owned a Connor bros print.. you precious little boys can’t bare seeing your wanksy money evaporate get some class, it’s tragic toooooo funny I’m a little confused about your post. Are you talking aesthetically or purely on financial terms? ‘Get some class’ suggests you’re talking about aesthetics but talk of ‘markets’ and ‘wanksy money evaporating’ hints you’re commenting more on credibility on the investment.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Charlie Bronson on Feb 11, 2023 23:40:35 GMT 1, Thanks for the input, guys. Very useful, insightful info and input; please continue to chime in, it’s much appreciated. Here’s the condition report for the one in “good condition”. FWIW, the price for the pristine one is £18k more than the price for the good condition one. Here’s a pic of the good condition one(ignore the black mark covering the number). I can’t see any burn on the edges. It’s obviously there, because it’s stated in the condition report, but I’m not able to see it in the pic. Perhaps my eyes aren’t what they used to be. You guys see edge burn?
Good condition; The paper shows a slight colour differential along all four edges with most of the paper slightly paler in tone than narrow double-bands along the edges. This is thought to relate to slight fading of the paper colour where it was left exposed to light by the differently sized apertures of two different window-mounts. Approximate width of band: top 15mm; bottom 6mm; left 9-12mm; right 9-12mm.
Thanks for the input, guys. Very useful, insightful info and input; please continue to chime in, it’s much appreciated. Here’s the condition report for the one in “good condition”. FWIW, the price for the pristine one is £18k more than the price for the good condition one. Here’s a pic of the good condition one(ignore the black mark covering the number). I can’t see any burn on the edges. It’s obviously there, because it’s stated in the condition report, but I’m not able to see it in the pic. Perhaps my eyes aren’t what they used to be. You guys see edge burn? Good condition; The paper shows a slight colour differential along all four edges with most of the paper slightly paler in tone than narrow double-bands along the edges. This is thought to relate to slight fading of the paper colour where it was left exposed to light by the differently sized apertures of two different window-mounts. Approximate width of band: top 15mm; bottom 6mm; left 9-12mm; right 9-12mm.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by sevrin on Feb 12, 2023 0:01:02 GMT 1, Personally, If I was going to spend circa 100 K on a print, I would need to see it in person, peoples idea of good / very good / mint condition are like the art itself, somewhat subjective imho, it happens all the time in the watch world, there is no better alternative to seeing things with your own eyes, good luck with your purchase.
Personally, If I was going to spend circa 100 K on a print, I would need to see it in person, peoples idea of good / very good / mint condition are like the art itself, somewhat subjective imho, it happens all the time in the watch world, there is no better alternative to seeing things with your own eyes, good luck with your purchase.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by JW on Feb 12, 2023 0:05:44 GMT 1, Full disclosure - I did reach out to Charlie Bronson as I have an unsigned GWB I may look to sell over the next 6-12 months (and sorry for not replying back - life keeps getting in the way at the moment).
I can honestly see the edge burn, but it's really not bad and the print looks in great shape otherwise assuming the back is the same.
If you plan to float mount it you may be othered. Once you see it, it's all you'll see. But if you mount it, happy days.
Full disclosure - I did reach out to Charlie Bronson as I have an unsigned GWB I may look to sell over the next 6-12 months (and sorry for not replying back - life keeps getting in the way at the moment).
I can honestly see the edge burn, but it's really not bad and the print looks in great shape otherwise assuming the back is the same.
If you plan to float mount it you may be othered. Once you see it, it's all you'll see. But if you mount it, happy days.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by drbf on Feb 12, 2023 0:27:03 GMT 1, I agree 100%, nothing like seeing the print in person. Good, fair, excellent, mint are in the eyes of the beholder. See the print……
I agree 100%, nothing like seeing the print in person. Good, fair, excellent, mint are in the eyes of the beholder. See the print……
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by LJCal on Feb 12, 2023 1:24:59 GMT 1, He’s the most over rated artist in history and the market has confirmed that. pass, pass, pass, pass (auction highlights) 😂😂 oh and in case the Connor bros thing is aimed at me , I’ve never ever owned a Connor bros print.. you precious little boys can’t bare seeing your wanksy money evaporate get some class, it’s tragic toooooo funny You do know this is the Banksy forum right? Strange place to come if you're not into Banksy. Although I do agree that there are far better places to put your money than an unsigned GWB. It's a nice print but overvalued imo.
He’s the most over rated artist in history and the market has confirmed that. pass, pass, pass, pass (auction highlights) 😂😂 oh and in case the Connor bros thing is aimed at me , I’ve never ever owned a Connor bros print.. you precious little boys can’t bare seeing your wanksy money evaporate get some class, it’s tragic toooooo funny You do know this is the Banksy forum right? Strange place to come if you're not into Banksy. Although I do agree that there are far better places to put your money than an unsigned GWB. It's a nice print but overvalued imo.
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LJCal
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by LJCal on Feb 12, 2023 1:25:21 GMT 1, Here’s some great advice.. DONT Buy some decent art . This is pure garbage from someone who is selling a Bozo original, a Josh Sperling mirror and some Connor brothers print to boot .. I’d be inclined to do exactly the opposite of what you say 🤣🤣 Cracked me up.
Here’s some great advice.. DONT Buy some decent art . This is pure garbage from someone who is selling a Bozo original, a Josh Sperling mirror and some Connor brothers print to boot .. I’d be inclined to do exactly the opposite of what you say 🤣🤣 Cracked me up.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by LJCal on Feb 12, 2023 1:28:10 GMT 1, Thanks for the input, guys. Very useful, insightful info and input; please continue to chime in, it’s much appreciated. Here’s the condition report for the one in “good condition”. FWIW, the price for the pristine one is £18k more than the price for the good condition one. Here’s a pic of the good condition one(ignore the black mark covering the number). I can’t see any burn on the edges. It’s obviously there, because it’s stated in the condition report, but I’m not able to see it in the pic. Perhaps my eyes aren’t what they used to be. You guys see edge burn? Good condition; The paper shows a slight colour differential along all four edges with most of the paper slightly paler in tone than narrow double-bands along the edges. This is thought to relate to slight fading of the paper colour where it was left exposed to light by the differently sized apertures of two different window-mounts. Approximate width of band: top 15mm; bottom 6mm; left 9-12mm; right 9-12mm. matt burn looks feint but would still get on my tits, get the mint one and try and get his price down a bit, I'd say £10k more any you're in the right ball park. Banksy collectors are hugely anal on condition so better not to give buyers any excuse to pass when you come to resell.
Thanks for the input, guys. Very useful, insightful info and input; please continue to chime in, it’s much appreciated. Here’s the condition report for the one in “good condition”. FWIW, the price for the pristine one is £18k more than the price for the good condition one. Here’s a pic of the good condition one(ignore the black mark covering the number). I can’t see any burn on the edges. It’s obviously there, because it’s stated in the condition report, but I’m not able to see it in the pic. Perhaps my eyes aren’t what they used to be. You guys see edge burn? Good condition; The paper shows a slight colour differential along all four edges with most of the paper slightly paler in tone than narrow double-bands along the edges. This is thought to relate to slight fading of the paper colour where it was left exposed to light by the differently sized apertures of two different window-mounts. Approximate width of band: top 15mm; bottom 6mm; left 9-12mm; right 9-12mm. matt burn looks feint but would still get on my tits, get the mint one and try and get his price down a bit, I'd say £10k more any you're in the right ball park. Banksy collectors are hugely anal on condition so better not to give buyers any excuse to pass when you come to resell.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by vic on Feb 12, 2023 14:56:20 GMT 1, Just get a tattoo if it like all the real fans. I mean who wouldn't want to look at that image every day
Just get a tattoo if it like all the real fans. I mean who wouldn't want to look at that image every day
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by ronanmc on Feb 12, 2023 15:26:39 GMT 1, Charlie Bronson - Fyi. I can see the matt burn on the right side and bottom in particular. It does look modest, but I'd agree with the other posters that it would get on your t@ts once you know it's there, etc.
Charlie Bronson - Fyi. I can see the matt burn on the right side and bottom in particular. It does look modest, but I'd agree with the other posters that it would get on your t@ts once you know it's there, etc.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by longshanks on Feb 12, 2023 15:47:25 GMT 1,
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by JFCC on Feb 12, 2023 16:02:30 GMT 1, In my opinion I would 100% pay extra for perfect. Whilst in more long established artists, Warhol, Picasso, Miro etc small issues are not viewed as a problem, with Banksy, today, visual impairments are very much a no go. It will undoubtedly change in time but as another poster pointed out it will drive you mad, so unless you can get an even better deal buy the best quality one you can!! Great decision to buy at this time, well done, I am very sure you will do financially very well in the mid/long term!!
In my opinion I would 100% pay extra for perfect. Whilst in more long established artists, Warhol, Picasso, Miro etc small issues are not viewed as a problem, with Banksy, today, visual impairments are very much a no go. It will undoubtedly change in time but as another poster pointed out it will drive you mad, so unless you can get an even better deal buy the best quality one you can!! Great decision to buy at this time, well done, I am very sure you will do financially very well in the mid/long term!!
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by dan993c2 on Feb 12, 2023 17:33:24 GMT 1, Typed this out in the wrong section but hey ho. To the OP when buying art of this expense please only buy what gives you that warm fuzzy feeling 😍 so if it all goes tilts up you will always have that for life.
Typed this out in the wrong section but hey ho. To the OP when buying art of this expense please only buy what gives you that warm fuzzy feeling 😍 so if it all goes tilts up you will always have that for life.
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Charlie Bronson on Feb 16, 2023 18:57:42 GMT 1, Still looking for an unsigned GWB
Still looking for an unsigned GWB
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by The Wise Won‘t Listen to Rumor on Feb 23, 2023 0:18:17 GMT 1, Wts Girl With Balloon 2004 Unsigned Screenprint on Paper 70 × 50 cm Edition : 600 Pest Control COA Asking 1*0k usd shiped Dm for more details if interested **** Dm~ i will send you all the details , if you are seriously, not just for curiosity and fun***
Wts Girl With Balloon 2004 Unsigned Screenprint on Paper 70 × 50 cm Edition : 600 Pest Control COA Asking 1*0k usd shiped Dm for more details if interested **** Dm~ i will send you all the details , if you are seriously, not just for curiosity and fun***
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by Jules Leotard on Feb 23, 2023 2:45:53 GMT 1, GLWTS
GLWTS
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Banksy • Girl With Red Balloon Print, by orchid on Feb 23, 2023 12:49:09 GMT 1, Wts Girl With Balloon 2004 Unsigned Screenprint on Paper 70 × 50 cm Edition : 600 Pest Control COA Asking 1*0k usd shiped Dm for more details if interested What's your cut?
Wts Girl With Balloon 2004 Unsigned Screenprint on Paper 70 × 50 cm Edition : 600 Pest Control COA Asking 1*0k usd shiped Dm for more details if interested What's your cut?
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