Shaun Tan - Signed Book 'The Arrival'

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The Arrival | Shaun Tan 
Signed Hardcover Book 
Half Title Page signature includes Original Creature Sketch 

Donated by Samuel Johnson - From his personal collection

This book is one of the most universally beloved illustrated works of the 21st century. Few contemporary Australian books hold the cultural weight and international acclaim of ‘The Arrival’. 

Created by Academy Award–winning artist and author Shaun Tan, this wordless graphic novel is a profound meditation on migration, belonging and hope. Through sepia-toned, exquisitely detailed imagery, Tan tells the story of displacement in a way that transcends language.

This hardcover edition is signed by Shaun Tan and remains in pristine condition and features an original hand-drawn creature sketch on the half-title page, a distinctive detail that makes this copy far more personal and collectible than a standard signed edition.

A highly collectible piece of contemporary Australian literary art, The Arrival continues to be studied, exhibited and admired around the world.

Includes delivery anywhere in Australia. 
 

Catalog number 01

Value: Estimate $500+
Bidding ends: 8:00pm, 29 April 20268:00pm, Wednesday 29 April 2026Australia/Sydney
Subject to an automatic extension of 10 minutes, if a bid is received within 10 minutes of expiry.
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