The James Bond Archives. London: Taschen, 2012

£6,500.00

Paul Duncan. The James Bond Archives. London: Taschen, 2012. Numbered Limited Edition of 500. Signed by Daniel Craig. Housed in a thin fold-out black box, this 600-page book is numbered “071” out of 500 copies printed with forty artist’s proofs. Has a special limitation page signed by the seventh actor to portray James Bond on film, Daniel Craig. Signature is in a thick black felt tip. Has another limitation page with a film negative strip featuring twelve negatives cut from a print of Dr. No. Has firm corners. Strong spine with black and gold-colored lettering. Each page has gold-colored edges, and the edges are gold-colored. Bound in full leather with gold finish and gilded edges.

Also with lot is a 16″ x 30 ½” color sketch print of the room where Goldfinger housed his laser device. Measures 2 ½” x 12″ x 16 ½”. Print signed by Sir Ken Adam, the man who conceived the legendary 1960s and 1970s Bond sets.

Compiled and edited by Paul Duncan over the course of two years, this massive tome celebrates the 50th cinematic anniversary of Ian Fleming’s James Bond with an absolute deluge of information for every film from Dr. No to Skyfall. Featured within these pages are never before seen photos, storyboards, production materials, interviews from over 150 cast and crew members, and more, making this one of the most detailed book ever released on the famous franchise.

Near Fine condition. Cover of book is a matte black cover and has a bit of scuffing. Both items housed in original boxes, both boxes additionally in larger original shipping box, scuffed with some tears and other shipping related wear.

    • £
    • £
Category:

Additional information

Genre

Bond