Vintage May Gibbs Gumnut Babies Illustrated Photograph Album in Original Presentation Box (1999)
Bring the timeless magic of classic Australian folklore into your home with this beautiful, vintage May Gibbs Gumnut Babies photo album.
Published in 1999 by The Book Company, this album features thick, heavily illustrated pages showcasing Snugglepot, Cuddlepie, and classic bush baby characters. Each internal page features uniquely shaped, pre-cut photo frame windows accompanied by gorgeous Australiana flora and fauna illustrations—making it the ultimate baby shower gift, nursery keepsake, or nostalgic addition to a May Gibbs collection.
Key Features & Details
- Timeless Aussie Artwork: Beautifully detailed cover and page designs featuring iconic native blossoms, gumnuts, and bush animals.
- Official Historical Licensing: Printed under licence with royalties supporting The Northcott Society and The Spastic Centre of NSW.
- Original Presentation Sleeve Box: Comes nestled inside its original matching illustrated protective storage box.
Condition Report
This item is in excellent, unused vintage condition:
- The Album: The hardcover book inside is completely unused and pristine. The binding is firm, and all internal photo pages are clean, crisp, and completely free of writing or past adhesive marks.
- The Presentation Box: Structurally excellent and holds its shape perfectly. Shows only a few very light cosmetic shelf-wear smudges/marks from long-term storage as pictured.
Specifications
- Box Width: 27 cm
- Box Height: 21 cm
- Thickness: 3.5 cm
- Weight: Just over 850 grams (substantial, high-quality cardboard and hardback construction)
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