This is a first impression 1974 image of Bilbo's farewell to Middle Earth at the end of the Third Age when he leaves with Frodo, Gandalf and the last of the Elves from the Gray Havens as they depart to the West.

By Pauline Baynes in 1974, this is a first impression from 1974.

Dimensions: 30 in x 20 in (76cm x 51 cm)

Condition: pinholes, some edge wear, see photos.

Bilbo's Last Song (at the Grey Havens) is a poem by J. R. R. Tolkien, written as a pendant to his fantasy The Lord of the Rings. It was first published in a Dutch translation in 1973, subsequently appearing in English on posters in 1974 and as a picture-book in 1990. It was illustrated by Pauline Baynes, and set to music by Donald Swann and Stephen Oliver. The poem's copyright was owned by Tolkien's secretary, to whom he gave it in gratitude for her work for him.

Pauline Baynes was the only artist approved by Tolkien to illustrate this works during his lifetime.

Because of the age of these posters, there are areas of wear and tear, particularly on the edges. I have done my best to take photos where they are torn. The good news is that when framed, the tears press up well against glass, and edges can be hidden by mats. Any wear picked up from years are part of the charm.

When framed these colourful and detailed posters can become a centre piece for any room, to remind us of a simpler time.

These posters are sent as unframed. They will be rolled up and delivered in a cardboard tube for protection.