2016 Haven Fundraiser Auction #9-King signed Revival W/Maitz remarque

[Patrick]

Damn. That stamp puts me off. I don't want anyone's stamp in my books.

Normally I feel the same way and wouldn't touch it. In this case, because it's the artist's and he created an original art piece in the book, I think the ownership stamp is kind of cool.


Beautiful painting, Bob. I love it.

[TCCBodhi]

Damn. That stamp puts me off. I don't want anyone's stamp in my books.

Normally I feel the same way and wouldn't touch it. In this case, because it's the artist's and he created an original art piece in the book, I think the ownership stamp is kind of cool.


Beautiful painting, Bob. I love it.

Usually, no, especially a crimp stamp, but I agree in this case. The artist's work with the artist's stamp is kinda cool.

[Randall Flagg]

The only two acceptable crimps would be Maitz or SK.

[T-Dogz_AK47]

The only two acceptable crimps would be Maitz or SK.

Not Whelan?

[Aronstg]

The only two acceptable crimps would be Maitz or SK.

Not Whelan?

He means in this book specifically. If Whelan did a remarque in the book then Whelan's stamp would be acceptable.

[Randall Flagg]

The only two acceptable crimps would be Maitz or SK.

Not Whelan?

He means in this book specifically. If Whelan did a remarque in the book then Whelan's stamp would be acceptable.

Correct.
I suppose I should have been more specific.
King can crimp any book he authored, and I believe that would never lower the value. An artist crimp in the specific book they did original art in is similar. Some may feel it detracts form the book, but I'd guess that most people would either be neutral, or feel it makes it even more personable (valuable).

[Merlin1958]

The only two acceptable crimps would be Maitz or SK.

Not Whelan?

He means in this book specifically. If Whelan did a remarque in the book then Whelan's stamp would be acceptable.

Correct.
I suppose I should have been more specific.
King can crimp any book he authored, and I believe that would never lower the value. An artist crimp in the specific book they did original art in is similar. Some may feel it detracts form the book, but I'd guess that most people would either be neutral, or feel it makes it even more personable (valuable).

[Bunyip]

I like the crimp stamp, a very cool, non bookstore, back story touch.

[Merlin1958]

For the record, Don Maitz has gone above and beyond anything one could expect on behalf of the Haven Fund. There are things in the works, and this item.........well, he is just amazing!!!

He has a few projects coming and you can all show any and all appreciation by visiting his website for news, collectibles and truly wonderful art.

http://www.paravia.com/DonMaitz/website/index.html

My apologies if I appear to "gush", but the gentleman is just freaking amazing in his work ethic, charitable support and his talent that I am in awe.

[Merlin1958]

$515 with minutes to go......

[T-Dogz_AK47]

I'm glad it has fetched over $500, but it must be worth significantly more....

[Merlin1958]

Somebody stop my finger from clicking.........


That is an amazing drawing!!!

[Randall Flagg]

A signed Revival is worth ~ $200, thus the Maitz art added $300. Great price for the buyer, but the free market indicates the desire (at this time) for the piece.
Thanks to those who bid, and congratulations to the winner.

[peripheral]

Over $500 in the end - nice work. One of King's best later novels IMO, with a cool remarque, and signed - Quite a trifecta there. Wonder if it went to someone here??

[webstar1000]

I think it is great it fetched over $500. Don had nothing to do with the artistry in the book and thus his remarque is worth much less in the book and less desirable to many. The book sells on the market now for less than $200 and the remarque is about $100ish... so this is a great price for the Haven to get. Congrats!

[Aronstg]

I think it is great it fetched over $500. Don had nothing to do with the artistry in the book and thus his remarque is worth much less in the book and less desirable to many. The book sells on the market now for less than $200 and the remarque is about $100ish... so this is a great price for the Haven to get. Congrats!

Well I think that remarque is worth much more than $100 considering its a watercolor and it turned out so well. Not all art is created equally. That being said, I think this book did fetch a great price. I think all sides will be happy with this.