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Whilst I was at C6 I picked myself up one of these new Miranda Otto lithos; the set is of a new design (and so doesn't strictly fit in with the set of previously released signature edition lithos, we'd best call this SE2 ;)) the others in the collection are signed by John Rhys Davies as Gimli and Lawrence Makore as The WitchKing.

I had seen pictures of them online and somehow got the idea that they were grey/chrome card like, but I am relieved to say that is not at all the case.

This is the first litho I have bought that has been packed rolled up, which is a much easier way to pack them for postage purposes although you do feel like you are destroying it whilst you open it ;) each litho comes wrapped in a certificate of authenticity.

When you have finally unwrapped it all and you get to the litho it's a good idea to leave it overnight between all your other lithos so you can look at it properly in the morning once it's flattened out ;)

The litho is printed with a cream parchment effect sort of background, just the sort of colour you would expect the maps of Middle Earth to be, and the picture is surrounded by a border of golden runes, and unevenly edged which is a nice effect and works well on this.

Rather like the universally loved FOTR autos the top of Miranda's head is placed over a map of middle earth (although it's more subtle than the FOTR auto map since it tones in with the litho's colour); cleverly it centres on Rohan :) You can see it here: (with this pic I have also tried to show you the golden rune border... )

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v235/Roz_qmw/LOTRLithos/Ottosig.jpg)

On her right forearm you can see the frills of her blouse/dress are faded carefully out and below you see Helms deep!

I have not had the opportunity to look at the other lithos so closely so I am sure they have lots of secrets hidden within so Jas/Goofyjas (or anyone else who has bought them), can you post your thoughts on the other 2 lithos (Gimli and the Witchking) when you receive them?

Just one thing... these came out less than a week ago... why have I just bought number 954  :-\? I wonder if they have been just *that* popular. Since Miranda was unable to make it to C6 I'd imagine these will have sold well at the event as they did not cost a lot more than meeting her and the litho is beautiful and totally unlike those released before.

ithink they said the WK soldout
Mine should be here tomrorow I iwll try to get scans of them and post asap :)

they do look awesome!

I had hoped mine would arrive in the mail today, but no such luck  :-X :-X 'll post when it gets here.

On the subject of edition #s. It seems to be luck of the draw. I ordered almost as soon as it popped up on the TV show. I didn't post the cheque 'till Thursday. I don't think they send low numbers to the first person to order (or pay). The people in the Warehouse just pick an item & post it I would think.

I bought an item (can't remember what) ages back & it was damaged. I sent it back asking for a replacement and got a refund instead  :o I rang to complain & was told "You'll have to reoreder next time it's on". Not at  all helpful  :'( :'(

Also, given the recent Cards Inc auctions, they seem to be holding back on the really low #s (1-5). So I doubt us serious collectors will get those. Anyhow, its's Eowyn (and she's touched it ) *swoon* So I'm happy whatever no. it is

Rob

Awww Rob if that's how you feel you must be DEVASTATED about Saturday! Did you spend the day around the house sulking?  ;D

Not really  ;D :D I reckon they (or maybe memorabilia) will get her over sometime, so I'm biding my time  :P :P :P :P :P :P

Infinitely Better in Swindon (half an hour away) do signings too, so you never know ??? ???

"Fings come to them wot waits"

R

:) the Cards Inc litho is great in the meantime..