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Rick Veitch and John Totleben The Saga of the Swamp Thing #37 John Constantine First Appearance Issue Story Page 1...
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Rick Veitch and John Totleben The Saga of the Swamp Thing #37 John Constantine First Appearance Issue Story Page 19 Original Art (DC, 1985). John Constantine, sorcerer of dubious morals and supernatural advisor to Swamp Thing, made his debut in the landmark "Growth Patterns." Alan Moore famously conceived him after Steve Bissette and John Totleben, both Police fans, wanted a recurring character who looked like Sting. The likeness was driven home in Swamp Thing #51, when Constantine appeared aboard a boat named "The Honorable Gordon Sumner," Sting's real name. Moore later recalled that Constantine grew from "really good ideas about serial killers, the Winchester House, and wanting to draw Sting in a story." This page delivers exactly the trio collectors want from the issue: strong headshots of Constantine, Abby Cable, and Swamp Thing, with Constantine's resemblance to Sting especially striking (no need to squint!). The character soon proved too compelling to remain a supporting player, earning Hellblazer in 1988, a 300-issue run, and a lasting place as one of DC's great trench-coated supernatural fixtures, including a founding role in Justice League Dark. Ink over graphite on DC Bristol board with an image area of 10" x 15". Slight toning, smudging, production-trimmed edges/corners, blue pencil editorial marks, whiteout touch-ups/highlights, and minor handling wear. In Excellent condition.More information about Rick Veitch. See also: Veitch, Rick Artist. Lookup the Comic Book in our Guide
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2026 September 25 - 27 Comic Art Signature® Auction #7470 (go to Auction Home page)
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