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Very rare limited edition of ''The Day It Snowed in L.A.'', Charles Bukowski's subversive R-rated comic book. In addition to a signed sketch by Bukowski within the book, this copy also contains the original 8.5'' x 11'' artwork by Bukowski of one of the pages of the book. Bukowski's signed sketch appears on the page facing the limited edition page, which indicates this copy is #8 of a limited edition of only 11 handbound copies containing an original drawing. Sutton West & Santa Barbara: The Paget Press, 1986. This copy contains Bukowski's drawing of page seven, after the trio drives off the gang that tried to steal their melting snowman. Illustration measures 8.5'' x 11'', folded and tucked into the special pink wrapper attached to the front of the book, made to hold the illustration. Illustration rendered in marker, with signed sketch rendered in fine felt-tip. Book measures 5.75'' x 8.75'', housed in glassine wrapper. Beautifully preserved, in near fine condition.
Charles Bukowski Original Artwork From ''The Day It Snowed in L.A.'' -- One of Only 11 Copies of the Limited Edition Signed by Bukowski & Containing His Hand-Drawn Illustration From the Book
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