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The Shakespeare 200


         

An extraordinary Limited Edition that was created for the 400th Anniversary of William Shakespeare's death in 1616, and the world's first Shakespearean  17th Century Folio Quotation Edition  ever produced!

                                        This 1632   Second Folio  leaf bears the following quotation from  Measure for Measure


Act:    2                       Some rise by sinne, and some by vertue fall:

Scene: 1                                                                                                          

This is one of the first  1500  or so authoritative copies of this immortal quote ever printed. Of those 1500 copies, this is one of only  62  or so copies in private hands of the  450  or so total surviving copies in the entire world!




The Shakespeare 200 likely represents the most extraordinary Shakespearean limited edition ever created. Each of the edition's 200 quotations, including that within this specific leaf, are imprinted within their original 1632 Second Folio Leaves, and are among the first 1500 or so copies of these immortal lines ever printed, of which only 450 or so copies survive world - wide. Further, of those 450 surviving copies, recent analysis suggests that the quotation found within the accompanying leaf of the Shakespeare 200 edition is one of only 62 or so copies held in private hands in the entire world.

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Each Leaf Originates from one imperfect 1632 Folio, and thus each quotation within this edition is unique. Of the 300 Second Folio leaves originally available, each was first professionally conserved at the laboratory of Etherington Conservation Services in North Carolina. Then, after careful review, 200 Folio leaves bearing the most notable Shakespearean quotations of those available were then selected for the Shakespeare 200 edition. Each leaf was then encased within an archival museum - quality acrylic case bearing its own specific leaf quotation. The unique case design allows each leaf to be safely handled for transport, classes, lectures, theater readings, and for display as a unique Shakespearean Folio display item.

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As the Shakespeare 200 is a limited edition, a signed and numbered certification certificate accompanies each leaf to permanently record it. Please read the accompanying certification certificate pictured within the photo section of this offering.

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The Shakespeare 200 represents the perfect evolution of one imperfect 1632 Second Folio into one perfect limited edition and is, arguably, the single finest Shakespearean limited edition ever created! The creation, conservation, and sale of this unique Shakespearean edition will provide the following extraordinary benefits now:


  • This sale represents a unique opportunity for 200 scholars, libraries, universities, theaters, and collectors to own one of Shakespeare's greatest quotations, from among the first 1500 or so copies ever printed. And makes ownership of a 17th Century folio treasure possible for them within their budgets.


  • 50% of the sales proceeds of this edition will be donated to benefit the Atlanta Shakespeare Company, their educational programs, and the Shakespeare Academy. These funds will provide a significant cash influx to the Shakespeare community at a time when public funding for the arts has become quite uncertain.


  • Ten 1632 Second Folio Leaves that are not required for the limited edition will also be generously donated to the Shakespeare Academy to significantly enhance their educational programs.


  • A Second Group of ten 1632 Second Folio leaves were donated to the Shakespeare Academy to launch the world's first Shakespearean 17th Century Folio Lending Library ever created in March, 2017. This historic library represents the world's first known Shakespeare Folio Lending Library, wherein any accredited institution can literally check-out folio leaves without charge!


The Creation of this Limited Edition will ultimately benefit countless individuals and institutions worldwide. Each of the aforementioned benefits occurred through the generosity and vision of David Frohman, President of Peachstate Historical Consulting, Inc., and the creator and architect of the Shakespeare 200. Please also realize that these benefits could not have occurred from the raw material of this edition itself: namely, an imperfect Folio stored away by one dissatisfied collector until they could eventually trade it for a nicer copy. This groundbreaking edition is a living resource for our Shakespeare community that we hope you will truly enjoy!



Auction Terms and Conditions

Please read carefully all of the binding terms and conditions of this auction below



1) This is a unique fund-raising auction, in which 50% of the sales proceeds will be donated to the "Atlanta Shakespeare Company" to help fund their new "Shakespeare Academy" by the seller, Peachstate Historical Consulting, Inc.


2) If you will be using this leaf professionally (as a teacher, in a theater, ect.) then your entire purchase price may be tax deductible, so please consult with your accountant to learn more.


3) Each leaf in this edition was authenticated by noted Shakespeare folio expert Martin Weinkle of "Buddenbrooks" in Newburyport, Massachusetts, and carries a lifetime guarantee of authenticity issued to the original purchaser by the seller, Peachstate Historical Consulting, Inc. Each purchaser of a leaf in this auction will accordingly receive a detailed Bill of Sale bearing that lifetime guarantee.


4) Fundraising auctions do not normally offer a return privilege. However, although we know that you will be pleased with your purchase upon delivery, we also want you to be completely satisfied after examining it in person. Thus, we will offer a special three-day return privilege (less shipping costs) from the day the leaf is signed for. E-bay does not allow us to select a three-day return privilege, which is why you see no return privilege selected so please disregard that.


5) We must respectfully decline bids from foreign buyers, and will only be selling to domestic buyers within the continental United States. All orders must be shipped fully-insured via two-day FedEX service (with signature required) for a specially-discounted flat rate charge for you of $25.00.


6) Please feel free to call us with any questions at the number appearing at the bottom of the certificate certificate (please see image above).


7) We would be delighted to leave you great e-bay feedback, and ask that you do the same upon delivery of your order!



Thank you for your interest in this extraordinary auction,

and we wish you the very best of luck with your bidding!