SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron Dr. Viper Production Cel with Master Background (Hanna-Barbera, c. 1993...
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SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron Dr. Viper Production Cel with Master Background (Hanna-Barbera, c. 1993-95). Dr. Elrod Purvis, better known as Dr. Viper, the famous antagonist from SWAT Kats: The Radical Squadron, is ready to cause some mayhem with this lot, offering a remarkable hand-painted Master setup. Dr. Purvis attained this cat-viper form after accidentally being exposed to the Viper Mutagen 368, making his debut on the second episode, "The Giant Bacteria." This terrific 12-field production cel shows the serpentine villain measuring an amazing figure size of 5.5" x 7.25", showcased on a distinctive background from the show, rendered in gouache on a 14.25" x 10" background board with a cel layer overlay granting it the linework and black shading. A perfect lot for those who have always wanted to catch the wanted criminal! The cel is taped to the background with archival artist tape and has the overlay layer adhered to its back. Paint residue can be seen on the sides of the background board. In Very Good condition, with minor handling and edge wear from production.Auction Info
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