John Buscema and Alcala Savage Sword of Conan # 18 p.19 (1977)
Artists: John Buscema (Penciller) , Alfredo Alcala (Inker) , Roy Thomas (Writer)
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DescriptionFrom the bowels of Savage Sword of Conan #18 comes this magical work of art perfectly executed by the ever loved duo of Big John Buscema and Alfredo Alcala. I missed out on this piece at auction 2 years ago, and to say I was disappointed would be a gross understatement. To me, this page is so much more than a great looking comic/magazine page, it’s a stand alone work of art.I’m beyond thrilled to say that, thanks to two people, this page is now making it’s travels over the Atlantic to find a new home under my care. I want to thank Marvelman Excelsior for remembering me and my love for this page when it came time for him to release his hold on it, and I want to “again” thank Steve Kriozere for coming to the rescue and helping me secure the deal! Social/Sharing |
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David K
Member Since 2008
Posted on 2/19/2016
Damon Wright wrote:
Wow! Congrats on an oustanding page, David!Thanks Damon!!
Sean Clarke 
Member Since 2005
Posted on 2/20/2016
This page does indeed have it all. The draftsmanship is really outstanding!
Mark Howland
Member Since 2004
Posted on 2/20/2016
Seriously heavy Alcala influence here. Wonderful page!
Roger K.
Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator
Posted on 2/23/2016
These guys were sooo good together. Spectacular page!
Tommy Kohlmaier
Member Since 2008
Posted on 2/23/2016
Beautiful page, but I as usual it looks like 100% Alcala, he was Big Johns worst inker...
David K
Member Since 2008
Posted on 2/23/2016
Tommy Kohlmaier wrote:
Beautiful page, but I as usual it looks like 100% Alcala, he was Big Johns worst inker...Thanks for the comment. Respectfully, I must disagree about Alcala being Big John's worst inker. I find some of the most beautiful comic art our there is Alcala's, and even better so, when it's over the top of Buscema's pencils.
Al Simpleton
Member Since 2013
Posted on 2/26/2016
I know there's some controversy (fueled by Big John himself, I heard) about his pairing with Alfredo Alcala, but I do count myself as an absolute fan of their Savage Sword of Conan work together! As you say, this goes beyond comic book storytelling and touches the borders of fine art. Congrats for having secured such a beautiful example of their collaboration!
Davide G.
Member Since 2009
Posted on 7/13/2016
Wonderful page, perfectly composed by Big John and masterfully embellished by Alcala!
Lars Teglbjaerg
Member Since 2005
Posted on 10/18/2016
The overpowering inking of Alcala totally rules this page, but it is still pure Buscema. Fantastic splash!
Matthias .
Member Since 2014
Posted on 7/27/2018
I actually love Alcala inks over Buscema pencils. I understand that this is not sole Buscema anymore but Alcala added so much „old style“ and delicate inks that this imho definitely adds more then it takes away.
Fredo Le
Member Since 2006
Posted on 9/3/2019
I remember bidding on this page. But it found a good home at least.
Mark Levy
Member Since 2004
Posted on 7/18/2020
Awesome page - interesting debate but there is no doubt it is Buscema / Alcala at a glance so both artists had a clear role, right?
Marvelman Excelsior
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 10/8/2021
So hard to let go of this beauty, but I love revisiting and seeing it being admired, as it should be! The piece remains in good hands!
David K
Member Since 2008
Posted on 10/8/2021
Marvelman Excelsior wrote:
So hard to let go of this beauty, but I love revisiting and seeing it being admired, as it should be! The piece remains in good hands!
I've sold off many pieces, but this piece... never!!
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