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Camelot 3000, #8 Cover

Artist: Brian Bolland (All)

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Title:	Camelot 3000, #8 Cover
Artist:	Brian Bolland (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Cover
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	1,297
Likes on CAF:	9 10
Comments:	30
Added to Site:	5/18/2020
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Description

Camelot 3000 was a 12 issue mini-series that ran in the early 80's. The basic premise was that King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table were resurrected in the year 3000 AD, fulfilling an ancient prophecy that Arthur would return when England needed him most.

Written by Mike Barr, this was Brian Bolland's first major work for the US market, with inking assists from Terry Austin and Bruce Patterson. I had to double check the dates of publication, because it took so long to get the story out. I didn't recall waiting so long between issues, but apparently Bolland got behind on the last 4 or 5 issues, and it reportedly took Bolland almost nine months to pencil the final issue.

I just remembered liking everything about this story. It was a new art style for me, it was on heavier, glossy paper, and the treatment of various members of the round table was different than I would expect; much edgier.

I've been looking for the right piece. Although I've come close on some others before, this popped up at the right time for me. Please enjoy the cover to Issue 8 of Camelot 3000 by Brian Bolland.

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MyComicBookArt com
Member Since 2009

Posted on 5/18/2020

Wow.

E DLS
Member Since 2005

Posted on 5/18/2020

The third paragraph of your description pretty much echoes my memories and sentiments of the series. I do miss my Issue #4 DPS though. Nice cover, congrats buddy! Stay safe!

Mark Levy
Member Since 2004

Posted on 5/18/2020

I really enjoyed this mini-series, feels a bit under-appreciated overall...great cover...love the reflection detail on the sword hilt.

Alex Johnson
Member Since 2006
Forum Moderator

Posted on 5/18/2020

I enjoyed it quite a bit, but I never finished it. That was when I took my collecting hiatus. :)

Anyway, that is an excellent cover. Congratulations!

Dino Mauricio
Member Since 2009

Posted on 5/18/2020

Wow, a magnificent Camelot 3000 cover that simply oozes Bolland! And like Watchmen, there's only 12 of 'em!

David Mandel
Member Since 2004

Posted on 5/19/2020

Wonderful, congrats!

Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008

Posted on 5/19/2020

A beauty, of course! Congratulations on snagging one of these, Ron!

Aidan (Re-Legion ) Lacy
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 5/19/2020

For one brief shining moment..... there was Camelot. Beautiful

Dean Abraham
Member Since 2008

Posted on 5/19/2020

fantastic Bolland cover

Oystein Sorensen
Member Since 2005

Posted on 5/19/2020

Very cool cover. Expressive and one of the most memorable in this excellent miniseries.

Stephen F
Member Since 2005

Posted on 5/19/2020

Awesome cover! Congrats!

Dave W
Member Since 2006

Posted on 5/19/2020

This is amazing! Love the base of the sword handle - inspired. Congrats!

Chris C
Member Since 2004

Posted on 5/19/2020

That's perfect right there. Just a great example from that series with all the great character elements and a great use of Excalibur to boot. Well Done!!!

Emilio L
Member Since 2008

Posted on 5/19/2020

madredelamorhermoso!!!! Congrats and thanx for sharing. It's amazing.

Chris K.
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 5/19/2020

A top-tier example from an A+ creator who oversaw a classic series? Such a weird thing for you to decide to add to your collection. To each their own, I guess...

Vik V
Member Since 2016

Posted on 5/19/2020

Fantastic cover by one of the best cover artists Brian Bolland. Thanks for sharing

Rick W
Member Since 2017

Posted on 5/19/2020

A great & memorable cover from one of the best in the business!

Andre Zilli
Member Since 2012

Posted on 5/19/2020

Beautiful cover and a great Bolland example. This should be your prime Bolland piece and you should dump the killing joke page :), I guess you can see what I;m getting at. Huge congrats

Steve Kro
Member Since 2007

Posted on 5/19/2020

This is so cool it deserves 3000 comments. Congrats!

Bill J
Member Since 2009

Posted on 5/19/2020

Incredible cover from the incomparable Brian Bolland! Congrats!

Gene Park
Member Since 2004

Posted on 5/19/2020

Classic '80s Bolland - congrats!!

alessandro gentili
Member Since 2011

Posted on 5/20/2020

Awesome Bolland cover ! Thanks for posting .

COL (Ret) Churchill
Member Since 2004

Posted on 5/20/2020

First, this Maxi-Series introduced me to Bolland's art as I am a fan of the Arthurian legend. Bolland's art here was uniquely visual and highly detailed. I did not have any exposure to his British work (i.e. Judge Dredd and other series) that he was drawing way back when as it did not make its way to my comic stores. Second, you leave us hanging for more than a year after you won this gem at the February 2019 Heritage Signature Auction. How could you? Just kidding - you acquired a great cover for an even more outrageous price. Like you wrote, if you had to acquire one iconic Bolland cover, then this is an outstanding example.

Michael One Minute Later
Member Since 2005

Posted on 5/20/2020

A perfect piece for your collection.

Kirk Dilbeck (3-Wishes and Patron-of-art)
Member Since 2006

Posted on 5/21/2020

I could not agree with this more- I just remembered liking everything about this story. It was a new art style for me, it was on heavier, glossy paper, and the treatment of various members of the round table was different than I would expect; much edgier.

Sam H
Member Since 2007

Posted on 5/23/2020

Really cool!

J L
Member Since 2005

Posted on 5/28/2020

One of my favorite covers from the series. Arthur's image in the sword handle is a great touch. Congrats Ron!!!!

John C
Member Since 2014

Posted on 6/18/2020

On second thought let's not go to Camelot, tis a silly place.

Wesley Liu
Member Since 2009

Posted on 9/23/2020

Fantastic cover Ron. Camelot 3000 is such a memorable serie. The art was just terrific, especially the Bolland inked issues.

Mike (aka Off White) White
Member Since 2008

Posted on 10/2/2024

What a great cover to an incredible series!

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