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Offered Here: Michael Cooper: Blinds & Shutters 1990 Contributor Edition. A rare 1990 first UK contributor edition of Michael Cooper: Blinds & Shutters, this photographic record of the 1960s is numbered CCXVII out of a strictly limited edition of 250 contributor copies. Published by Genesis Publications in collaboration with Hedley, this edition is distinguished by a signed bookplate featuring autographs from various artists and musicians, including Brian Auger, Peter Blake, Jenny Boyd, Adam Cooper, Spencer Davis, Terry Doran, Allen Jones, Al Kooper, Harry Nilsson, and Bill Wyman. The book is bound in high-quality leather and buckram and contains over 600 of Cooper’s renowned images, documenting the definitive visual history of the era.
Additional Information: Michael Cooper was a significant British photographer known for his work with iconic bands and figures of the 1960s, including The Rolling Stones and The Beatles. "Blinds & Shutters" showcases a comprehensive collection of his work, capturing the essence and culture of the 1960s music scene. Released in 1990, the contributor edition of the book is particularly valued for its unique contributions from figures significant during that era.
Provenance/Authenticity: This lot comes directly from the private collection of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame inductee Ian McLagan, legendary founder and keyboard player of iconic rock band The Small Faces / Faces. McLagan who also toured with The Rolling Stones, The New Barbarians and Bob Dylan, and recorded with dozens of artists. It will be accompanied by a Certificate of Authenticity, signed by Lee McLagan, on behalf of the Ian McLagan estate.
Condition: The book is in excellent condition, showing virtually no signs of use, with crisp internal pages and firm binding. The handmade silkscreened solander box is in very good condition, exhibiting common signs of wear, aging, and storage, such as small dings, nicks, light scratches, and some discoloration typical for a collector’s item of this age.