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Agree Des, hope this is a mistake as I ordered one too and also posted the info out on blogs, twitter, facebook etc specifically because of the collage/print. Doesn't seem such an interesting deal without it. Just mailed them so will post a response when it arrives.

[saint]

Let us know what you find out Martin. Was tempted myself, glad i hadnt pulled the trigger yet....

[fielder]

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.

[Brushstrokes 75]

Bought one too so I'm a bit disappointed by anticipation!

[Brushstrokes 75]

So I guess it means our edition isn't limited at all? Marie is your book from the edition of 30?

[saint]

Dec 13, 2011 15:01:10 GMT 1 marie said:

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....

[sakyamuni]

sad to hear that, can't believe they would do something like this

[fielder]

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

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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.

[marie]

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.

[ilmambo]

I would ship it back or ask for a partial refund.
you didn't receive what advertised (three times!), an apology is not enough!

[Brushstrokes 75]

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.

[chrispa]

so does this mean the edition is not limited to 30, is this some sort of boxed and unlimited version?

[speebe]

I almost bought this but couldn't see or open one of the pictures which looked as though it contained the collaged print... So I held off.



Click on the link below for a close up of the print/collage which is clearly numbered out of 30 and should come with the book...?

shop.gestalten.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/v/h/vhils_ce_box_print_1.jpg


If this is it...? then it wouldn't be my interpretation of a collage... Can we see photos of what you guys bought?

[speebe]

Sorry trying to post a larger photo but check on the link in my last post...

[marie]

Dec 13, 2011 18:08:39 GMT 1 chrispa said:

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!!!

[ilmambo]

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.

[Deleted]

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. fuckers.

[speebe]

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.

[chrispa]

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?

[sakyamuni]

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: [e-mail]

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?

[fielder]

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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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

[chrispa]

Dec 13, 2011 23:13:11 GMT 1 @martedanielsen said:

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?

[marie]

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"

[chrispa]

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)"

[tobaum]

This whole thing doesn't sounds serious...

Collage, then no collage, then send in another box (but nobody received it...), then silkscreen,... wtf

[saint]

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 [e-mail].
Shop Price: €299.00
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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.

[twist65]

great price with the print, expensive without.. lovely stuff though, hope everyone gets sorted!

[saint]

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

[des77]

Dec 14, 2011 15:04:54 GMT 1 saint said:

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

Yer 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