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Jim Lee and Scott Williams Batman #619 Triple-Gatefold Allies Cover "Hush" Part 12 Original Art (DC, 2003).... (Total: 3 Original Art)
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Jim Lee and Scott Williams Batman #619 Triple-Gatefold Allies Cover "Hush" Part 12 Original Art (DC, 2003). Jeph Loeb, Jim Lee, and Scott Williams' "Hush" story arc topped sales charts for an entire year, and has been credited with rejuvenating the Batman franchise. It also further explored the romantic relationship between the Caped Crusader and Catwoman, an infatuation that still goes on almost 20 years later.For the gripping conclusion to the famed 12-issue murder mystery storyline, fans were treated to a handful of variant covers including this "Allies" scene that consists of three masterful pages by Lee and Williams which showcase the various allies that joined Batman for one of his most compelling cases.
From the intricate details of Gotham's skyline in the background, to the ornate textures in the Gotham Cathedral, and the sinister smiles of the gargoyles below Batman's feet -- the legendary art team of Jim Lee and Scott Williams spared no effort in giving Batman, Robin, Oracle (Barbara Gordon), Commissioner James Gordon, Huntress, Superman, Nightwing, Harvey Dent, Catwoman, and Hush a layout truly worthy of being the end to one of the most celebrated Batman stories of the Modern Age.
As a side note: Regarding the cover for the closing issue of "Hush", Jim Lee said in an interview with CBR, "Given the fan response and the success of the story, we felt that we needed to do something really big to close it out. "I thought it would be really cool to create two covers - one for the heroes and one for the villains. The only way to squeeze them all on there without just doing headshots was to create these gatefolds. I love the fact when you open the cover you get to see more of the images unfold like a mystery!"
The cover was produced in ink over graphite on Bristol board with an image area of 28.25" x 15". There is soft handing wear; otherwise, in Excellent condition.
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2022 June 16 - 19 Comics & Comic Art Signature® Auction #7274 (go to Auction Home page)
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