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Planet-Size X-Men #1 variant cover

Artist: Pepe Larraz (All)

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Planet-Size X-Men #1 variant cover Comic Art

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Artwork Details

Title:	Planet-Size X-Men #1 variant cover
Artist:	Pepe Larraz (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Cover
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	1,427
Likes on CAF:	33 34
Favorited on CAF:	1
Comments:	15
Added to Site:	12/12/2021
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Description

"You were promised fireworks... enjoy the snow."

I've been wanting to pick up an original piece of artwork by Pepe ever since I read House of X, but since he mostly works digitally, there are very few originals that exist, save for the occasional cover. I picked up a monoprint from House of X and am excited to finally add an original of his to my collection.

I had actually intended to pick up one of his Black Cat covers but when this cover unexpectedly became available, I immediately jumped on it. It features my favorite X-heroine (Rogue) front and (off-)center plus some other favorite X-characters in Jean and Storm (and Magik's there too). And I love that this has the Hellfire Gala costume designs that Russell Dauterman put together/inspired (so amazing to see his rise from his Supurbia days). They look stylish but also have nods to previous costumes or character moments- Rogue's outfit has elements from her dress from her first date with Gambit; Jean's body armor is like a mix of her Marvel Girl, Phoenix, and 90s costumes; Storm looks like a queen/goddess with storm clouds as her cape (because, of course she does); and Magik has floating fabric Darkchylde horns. I wish this also featured Emma and Psylocke/Kwannon in their Hellfire Gala outfits, but it's already an embarrassment of riches here. And in typical Pepe fashion, he really captures the personality of each of these characters through their expressions and posture, despite the fact they're just standing around on some stairs.

The artwork also included a prelim (printed out on multiple pages of paper) that was taped to the back (presumably for lightboxing). I half-expected it based on some other collectors' experiences with his originals, and it's cool to get another artifact from the creative process.

Thanks, Miguel, for your patience and flexibility!

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Casey A
Member Since 2019

1 - Posted on 12/12/2021

Spectacular piece! As you said, Larraz's originals are tough to come by, and this is a highlight among even his stellar covers. Congratulations! Very, very cool.

Evan Atherton
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 12/13/2021

Incredible - I really love the composition in this one. Congrats Kin!

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 12/13/2021

A parade of beauties like supermodels coming down a staircase.

Carlo M
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 12/13/2021

Larraz is possibly the best super hero artist currently around . Huge congrats securing a rare physical example of his art !

Tatiana TDArt Dykes
Member Since 2005
CAF Administrator

1 - Posted on 12/17/2021

GORGEOUS

K Gearon
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 1/4/2022

Outstanding. Larraz is one of the absolute best new talents in recent years and pieces like this are why. So much presence to this piece. Great depth as you move left to right or vice versa, and the tone work is tops. Congrats!

Eric B
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 1/11/2022

This man is an outstanding talent. I wish he did more ink on board work. Congrats on this.

Bill J
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 3/7/2022

Epic cover! Beautiful composition and gorgeous inks!

James Dornoff
Member Since 2019

1 - Posted on 4/2/2022

Great cover piece and love seeing the pen/ink from a Larraz piece. Wonderful time in X-Men!

Bill J
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 9/30/2022

Gorgeous cover featuring some of the mightiest women ever on any X-Men team! Beautfiully rendered by Pepe Larraz!

Paul Martini
Member Since 2021

1 - Posted on 3/27/2023

WOW, incredible cover from Pepe. Such a hard angle to draw and he renders each woman with grace and signature style. Hat's off to you for grabbing this beauty! Congrats!

James S
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 6/11/2023

Missed this, killer piece! Wow!

Alex B
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 7/10/2024

Beautiful cover ! Congrats for this breathtaking score !

Bill Cox
Member Since 2003
CAF Administrator

1 - Posted on 12/10/2024

I absolutely love this cover, Kin! Congrats!

Ken Lomas
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 3/12/2025

Exceptional

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