Rare 1979 The Muppet Show Style Guide Book

Rare 1979 The Muppet Show Style Guide Book, an internal reference and licensing guide produced by Henson Associates, Inc. for the consistent depiction and reproduction of Muppet characters. Copyright pages are marked (c) Henson Associates, Inc. 1978 and 1979. The introductory "A Word About Muppets" page explains that the book of style sheets and character personality descriptions was compiled to assist licensees in properly depicting The Muppet Show characters and protecting the associated copyrights and trademarks. The guide contains extensive illustrated character model sheets showing characters from multiple angles, proportions, facial details, costumes, physical characteristics and relative sizes. Characters include Animal, Annie Sue, Beaker, Beauregard, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Crazy Harry, Floyd, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo, J.P. Gross, Janice, Kermit, Link Hogthrob, Miss Piggy, The Muppets' Newscaster, Nigel, Robin, Rowlf, Sam The Eagle, Scooter, Statler, Dr. Strangepork, The Swedish Chef, Sweetums, Dr. Teeth, Thog, Waldorf and Zoot. Also includes a "Spaceship Swinetrek" reference sheet. The "Approximate Muppet Colors" sheet specifies Pantone Matching System (PMS) colors for the characters, providing detailed color references for authorized reproductions. These sheets were intended as working reference material for licensees and manufacturers producing authorized Muppet merchandise. Appears to be complete with a total of 81 pages. Each page measures approx. 11-1/4" x 14". Missing the yellow binder originally issued with the pages. Pages show light edge and corner wear, some light toning and surface scuffs. A few sheets have small edge tears or paper pulls. Estimate $2,000 - $4,000

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