I have been hunting for one of these to replace one that I lost (tragically) 7 or 8 years ago (I don't think I can rationally discuss the circumstances under which I lost it, I can just say that I was emotionally affected enough at the time that I think it offended my wife...).
Anyway, I was hoping some of you good folks could help me with a clarification or two to make sure I get the right thing.
- Do I remember a "mini" version of the snow globe being released some time after the original?
- What were the approximate dimensions of the original piece? I thought I remembered it being about about a foot tall, but it has quite possible grown in stature (and affection) in my memories...
- I have read a few helpful threads here about fakes or recasts -- any good tips or telltale signs that may help me avoid a scammer?
Thanks in advance!
And Mr Paquet I have seen you post here a few times, and I would like to say... damned good show. I don't have the disposable income to be a hardcore statue collector (much as I would like to be and hope to be at some point), but this is such an unbelievable piece. My wife bought it for me when it was new and we really couldn't afford -- she is far from a comic book person, but she could see how much it grabbed me, and even she was impressed with how it looked on the mantle.
Thanks so much!