Framed artist proof limited edition
A rare and collectable artist proof edition, hand-signed by the late comic book legend Stan Lee. The Marvel Superheroes collection honours the superhero world created by the man who changed comic books forever. Clearly distressed by the sight before him in this classic Marvel comic book illustration, the Amazing Spider-Man is depicted in a rare, inconsolable moment as he discovers the lifeless body of someone close to him. This powerful and visually evocative depiction of Spider-Man is unparalleled.
Originally published: October 2013
Medium: | Giclée |
Format: | Paper |
Size (Framed): | 32 x 24" |
Size (Unframed): | 30 x 22" |
Signed: | Yes |
Condition: | Excellent with original packaging |
Provenance: | Original sales invoice |
Limited Edition: | Edition AP 26 of 32 |
Legendary comic book artist Stan Lee’s (b.1922) iconic, yet flawed, superheroes revolutionised the comic book industry forever; introducing us to extraordinary characters with very ordinary fears, hopes and dreams.
Stan Lee created X-Men, Iron Man, Spider-Man, and Avengers along with multiple other superheroes that made Marvel Comics a success. After graduating at 16, he began working for Timely Comics, which eventually became Marvel, and was promoted to editor in 1942. Stan Lee’s drawings showed the heroes on a human level, conveying their emotion and vulnerabilities; this was uncommon practice at the time.
In 1961, he created the Fantastic Four with Jack Kirby, cementing Marvel’s place in the comic world. The worth of Stan Lee’s paintings continues to increase, along with the value of first editions of his famous comic books. Stan Lee’s drawings are world renowned, and in 2008 he was awarded the National Medal of Arts for his contribution to art.
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