An
original reconsideration* of Windsor-Smith's classic cover for
The
Uncanny X-Men #212, depicting a raging, bloodied Wolverine.
This
striking work displays the dynamic composition and trademark vigorous
inking
technique that BWS is known for. The artist considers this version
superior
to the published piece. This original is drawn twice-up, significantly
larger
than the 1986 version, and all logos and lettering are drawn in
ink
by
the artist, not pasted on.
Pen
and Ink. 12" x 18 1/2" image on 19" x 24" bristol.
Signed BWS. Dated 2000.
SOLD
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*
BWS has a long-standing policy not to do commissions, including frequently
requested cover recreations. But a few years ago Windsor Smith was
inspired, on his own, to reconsider a very few of his classic covers. Unlike
the rote, usually lifeless recreations often
done by other comics
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artists,
Barry took the opportunity to make improvements, and to imbue the new
works
with as much or more energy than the initial
versions. BWS reconsidered fewer than half a dozen covers in all, and
no more than one of each cover will ever be done, assuring the rarity
of this original.
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