These shows marked the first anniversary of the Tribal Stomp, the first of the Family Dog shows promoted by Chet Helms.  The central image is a Bob Seidemann photograph of Big Brother band member, James Gurley.

The original/first print poster was printed on a very smooth/glossy/coated index paper stock, VERY MUCH DIFFERENT than most Family Dog posters.  The stock of the poster exactly matches that of the postcard, and is somewhat thicker (less flimsy) than the reprint.  This poster measures approx.  14" X 20".

The second print poster, an authorized reprint, was printed on an uncoated index stock, VERY SIMILAR to many other Family Dog reprints.  This poster does have a bit of a sheen to it, which has (unfortunately) given many collectors the impression that it is the original.  It bears the notation "No. 48-1", but it is NOT an original.  This poster measures approx.  14" X 20".

It is worth noting that we have yet to buy a FD 48 poster from a collector (and we have bought dozens) that wasn't a reprint, yet in every case the collector truly believed they were in possession of a first print.  If you truly believe you have an original, please compare it to the paper stock of the card.  If it does not exactly match, then you have a reprint. 

The original postcard, printed prior to the shows, measures approx.  5" X 7". There are two variations, one with a place stamp here back, and the other with a bulk rate back.

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Big Brother & the Holding Company
Quicksilver Messenger Service
Oxford Circle

$400 1st Print Poster,
Signed by Mouse and Kelley

Big Brother & the Holding Company
Quicksilver Messenger Service
Oxford Circle

$250 1st Print Poster

Big Brother & the Holding Company
Quicksilver Messenger Service
Oxford Circle

$50 2nd Print Poster

Big Brother & the Holding Company
Quicksilver Messenger Service
Oxford Circle

$15 Post Card