Hans Killian, «Facies Dolorosa». First Edition 1934. Start Price USD 1,290.00 Current Price USD 1,290.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Sunday, August 24, 2008 End Time Wednesday, September 03, 2008 Location Switzerland See more about 'Hans Killian, «Facies Dolorosa». First Edition 1934.' Description Don't forget to have a look at my other auctions for an interesting war wounds photoalbum from the same estate...********************An incredibly rare book - scarce in any condition:Dr. Hans Killian, «Facies Dolorosa», Georg Thieme Verlag, Leipzig. First edition 1934.Hardbound with gilt title and spine.In reviews of Marin Parr and Garry Badger «The Photobook: A History volume I» this was the perhaps most mentioned book.LITERATURE:Martin Parr and Garry Badger, «The Photobook: A History volume I», pages 136/137.CONDITION:Cover and spine have been exposed to dampness. Cloth is spotted but intact and the cardboard stripe of the spine is out of form. Pastedowns are wavy.Corners show slight wear.Inside the book is in good condition. Binding tight. A few pages show some mild soiling. The slight offsetting from printing is common for this title.Last page/plate with dog-ear (pictured).Overall this is still a good copy of the extremely rare and highly sought-after first edition.Please have a look at the pictures (supersize them) as they are part of the description.Unlike other booksellers I always describe/photograph my books detailed and honestly. This may sound worse than it really is. But you are going to buy an expensive rare book. And I rather want you pleasantly surprised than being disappointed with your purchase (and me).I will gladly send you more pictures. Don't forget your email address when Ask seller a question.SHIPPING:As a book collector I ship all books like I prefer receiving them - well padded to prevent demage.Registered priority airmail shipping is $38 (Europe) and $51 (USA). Asia will be quoted after purchase.I charge only the actual costs by Swiss Post. No handling or packaging fees. But Switzerland is an expensive country. And dollar is weak. Currently it is nearly equal to the Swiss franc.You pay what I have to pay. If you think this is too much please do not bid.********************Sale is final. Please ask all questions BEFORE you place a bid.Thank you for looking and don't forget to visit my other auctions too. Place a Bid!