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John Buscema Wolverine #1 Cover Original Art (Marvel, 1988).... (Total: 2 Items)
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John Buscema Wolverine #1 Cover Original Art (Marvel, 1988). The iconic cover from Wolverine's first solo ongoing series! What can we say about this monumental piece of comic history? Not only did this series cement the clawed Canadian as one of the most popular comic characters, but the stunning artwork was created by Marvel mainstay John Buscema. This image fronted the issue that took the character, best known for his gruff/no-nonsense attitude and elite fighting skill as a member of the X-Men, and presented a different persona to the world, where Logan (as Patch) lived and thrived in the crime-ridden world of Madripoor, dealing out his own personal brand of justice. A departure from the character fans had known, the series revealed more sides of the deadly mutant as his mysterious past was slowly uncovered.All that was kicked off by this eye-catching shot of Wolverine on a pile of bodies, claws popped and standing in the moonlight. Most comic collectors of the late 80s will recall the feeling of grabbing this off the shelves, evoking a sense of nostalgia just at the sight of this piece! Some have credited Al Williamson, who inked the interior story art, with the inks on the cover. A true Marvel gem!
Ink and screentone over graphite and blue pencil on Bristol board with an image area of 9.75" x 15". Slight toning, stat logo/header paste-ups, acetate overlay with stat text paste-up taped at the top, staple/pinholes and tape registration marks in the margins, scratch effects, marginal notes, with light smudging and handling wear. In Very Good condition. Includes a copy of the comic and John Buscema's signature on a piece of board.
From a John Buscema Family Collection.
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2024 September 12 - 15 Comics & Comic Art Signature® Auction #7379 (go to Auction Home page)
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