Piece: Original poster promoting 1967 Grateful Dead shows at the Avalon Ballroom
Series Number: FD-45
Printing/Date: First (pre-concert), 1967
Performer(s): Grateful Dead, Quicksilver Messenger Service
Artist(s): Stanley Mouse, Alton Kelley
Venue: Avalon Ballroom
Size (Framed): 23” x 29”
AW Condition Assessment: Character Grade (see notes below)
CGC Grade: 6.0 (see notes below)
Condition Notes: Pinholes, a small, missing corner piece in top left and small tear on top right. Tape residue present on top corners. All issues typical for first printing FD-45s. Most imperfections have been matted out. Colors remain very strong.
Framing Materials:
Frame: 3” Wood
Matting: Custom Cut, Acid-Free Double Mat
Glazing: Conservation Acrylic - blocks 99% of UV light (upgrade to Optium museum acrylic available)
Notes: The original print run of FD-45 was relatively small, and authentic first printings surface rarely. At the poster’s center stands a beautiful female figure draped in flowing green robes, set against a bold fluorescent red sun. Beautiful image from the legendary Mouse/Kelley partnership capturing the early psychedelic explosion of San Fransico.
The CGC-encapsulated poster is housed in an impressive three-inch ornate wood frame. The archival sleeve is not visible inside the frame. Conservation-grade acrylic has been used to provide superior UV protection. The result is truly striking.
Have questions or want more pictures? Reach out via our contact page or send an email to galleryaugustwest@gmail.com.
*Please reference our page - AW Grading System for details on how we assess the condition of our pieces.
Piece: Original poster promoting 1967 Grateful Dead shows at the Avalon Ballroom
Series Number: FD-45
Printing/Date: First (pre-concert), 1967
Performer(s): Grateful Dead, Quicksilver Messenger Service
Artist(s): Stanley Mouse, Alton Kelley
Venue: Avalon Ballroom
Size (Framed): 23” x 29”
AW Condition Assessment: Character Grade (see notes below)
CGC Grade: 6.0 (see notes below)
Condition Notes: Pinholes, a small, missing corner piece in top left and small tear on top right. Tape residue present on top corners. All issues typical for first printing FD-45s. Most imperfections have been matted out. Colors remain very strong.
Framing Materials:
Frame: 3” Wood
Matting: Custom Cut, Acid-Free Double Mat
Glazing: Conservation Acrylic - blocks 99% of UV light (upgrade to Optium museum acrylic available)
Notes: The original print run of FD-45 was relatively small, and authentic first printings surface rarely. At the poster’s center stands a beautiful female figure draped in flowing green robes, set against a bold fluorescent red sun. Beautiful image from the legendary Mouse/Kelley partnership capturing the early psychedelic explosion of San Fransico.
The CGC-encapsulated poster is housed in an impressive three-inch ornate wood frame. The archival sleeve is not visible inside the frame. Conservation-grade acrylic has been used to provide superior UV protection. The result is truly striking.
Have questions or want more pictures? Reach out via our contact page or send an email to galleryaugustwest@gmail.com.
*Please reference our page - AW Grading System for details on how we assess the condition of our pieces.
