This auction is for an original 1971 Poster of a Sheep in a bed of Flowers.The poster is marked 1971 THEM & AND THOSE LTD , LOOART PRESS COLORADO SPRINGS, COLO.The artist is Dino Kotopoulis.Mr. Kotopoulis did graphic design and animation work for advertising firms in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles for more than 20 years, including for StarKist's "Charlie the Tuna" brand {created by Tom Rogers of the Leo Burnett Agency} for which he won a coveted Clio award. Then he start...ed his own animation company, produicing contract work for Disney, Universal Studios, Hanna Barbera Cartoons and Depati-Freeland.The poster looks more like a hand made painting than a printed poster. . It is printed on high-quality, heavy poster paper. The colors are clear and bright, and the image quality is superb. The paper that was used for the poster seems like a fibrous, parchment type. The Poster is very interesting, and must be seen to be really appreciated. This is a 48 year old vintage original, NOT a modern reproduction. Authenticity is guaranteed. The collection was acquired from an elderly gentleman who was a poster dealer in the 60's , as well as an avid collector. He paid well over 100k to store the collection all these years. They have been stored away flat and unused , and the colors are still very bright and vibrantIf you are interested in this poster, please see my other auctions. I will be listing additional 60's FaunaGraphy Posters that include Butterfly, Alligators, Horse, Rhino, Bull, Dog, Cat, Ant and Turtle, This poster is unused, and is in great condition. It has been stored flat for 48 years, and has never been rolled. It was made by Looart Press, which was known for its quality work. The size is 19" x 25" FREE PRIORITY SHIPPING The poster will be sent free via Priority Mail from the United States Post Office. The poster will be wrapped in a protective paper and placed inside in a rigid tube, that then will be inserted inside a Priority tube for extra safety. ( Double Tubed ) Priority Mail comes with a tracking number , delivery confirmation , $50.00 insurance , and is rather fast.