Philip Tan--X-Men Inferno Poster Illustration (Marvel 2021)
Artist: Philip Tan (All)
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Philip Tan Inferno Poster
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DescriptionINFERNO! Here's a jaw-dropping B&W illustration commemorating the 1989 Marvel "Inferno" crossover event. It's a massive 17" x 22" drawing (On two 11" x 17" boards), from the pen of artist Philip Tan. The art was used for a poster print included in the "Marvel Made Paragon Collection: Chris Claremont Premiere Bundle." The piece features a host of Marvel characters from the crossover, including the demon N'astirh, Madelyn Pryor/The Goblin Queen, Mister Sinister and Darkchylde. Plus there's X-Factor and the X-Men, Magik and the New Mutants, the X-Terminators, the Marauders, Power Pack, Excalibur, Spider-Man, Daredevil, Captain America, the Fantastic Four, the demon S'ym, the list goes on and on. Tan poured tons of energy and gallons of ink into this mammoth work of art, populating it with so many cameos that I still find new ones every time I look at it.The art itself is exquisitely detailed. A combination of inks, ink wash, and white paint, the entire board is covered with intricate crosshatching, thick black inks and a explosion of ink washes. Lots to love here: Check out the way the New Mutants’ faces are reflected in Magik’s sword. And notice how the white glow behind the Goblin Queen’s head creates a kind of crown. I think the Demon N’astirh (Upper left corner) is particularly nasty-looking and Mr. Sinister (Upper right) never looked more sinister. And don't miss the image of Wolverine (Center) leaping out, arms crossed, claws extended and ready to slash. Tan uses a myriad of crosshatching techniques and ink washes here to give every character dimension and depth. IMHO, it's a dazzling tribute to a memorable Marvel crossover event. Social/Sharing |
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Paul P Spiderversity 
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
I love seeing a Philip Tan piece in your amazing colection. To me he is such a rising star, and whatever he draws is just phenomenal. And leave it to you to get one of the best possible examples. Look at all those characters, and all that beautiful detail you can totally get lost in! It's the kind of piece you frame, hang up on your wall, and spend part of each day just gazing at it. Another amazing acquisition, Bill, congrats!!
M L
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
A real stunner - the comprehensive composition, rendering, and textures combine perfectly and this is a piece that just keeps on giving. Congrats Bill!
Brian G
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Wow! So many characters, such great detail, there is simply so much to like about this one. I think my favorite feature might be the faces reflected in the blade of the sword though. Reflections as a means to pack in even more awesomeness is always a fun device and its employed well here. Congrats!
Peter Venkman
Member Since 2003
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Wow, that's what you call character-packed, congrats !
Derek Crabbe
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Underboob and Orphan Maker!!!! Man, always a pleasure! What a great summing up of one of the best X-Men storylines in a single image!
West Stephan
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Fantastically, incredible piece with lots of detail. I love how wolverine is the center!
Jason G
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
This is a masterwork! So much ink and detail. Best Philip Tan example that exists in my opinion. Congrats Bill!
André .
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
So much to take in. The New Mutants sword is excellent!
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
An amazing poster piece, huge congrats. Lots to look at and love here.
E DLS
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Been a fan of Philip's since I started noticing his Uncanny X-Men covers back in 2003. I knew he had some serious skills, but this is on another level. Must be a sight to behold in person. Makes me proud to be Filipino (even if I can't draw a lick). Congrats Bill.
F M
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Very impresive (if quite busy) piece. It seems to me that Tan made sure he paid attention to his artistic Filipino heritage on that one.
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Steeped in X-Men lore with an all emcompassing cast! Phillip Tan makes this fully immersive with the piece immersed in inks!
Eric B
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Holy Heck! That's an incredible tour-de-force Tan example. Wow! So much to look at. So much to fawn over. So much detail goodness. Congrats Bill.
Michael One Minute Later
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Another Johnson extravaganza! This is perfect.
Red Raven
Member Since 2012
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
incredible piece my friend - congratulations !!!
Johnny M
Member Since 2014
Forum Moderator
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
This is truly incredible!! Philip is the master of the cross hatch. I cannot believe how much work he put into this!!
Troy C. Punswick
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
One of Philip's best for sure! One very impressive piece!!!
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Potpourri of madness courtesy of modern great Tan!
Malvin V
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Wow! Look at this detail! I could stare at this forever and still not see all the detail
A K
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Tan really outdid himself here. What a feast for the eyes! Congratulations!
Kirk Dilbeck (3-Wishes and Patron-of-art)
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Is Masterpiece too strong a word to discribe this? I think not.
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
I know this will surprise anyone readin this, but my favourite part of this piece is how he illustrated the character in the top left corner, whose name I believe was N'Astirh, or something like that. Just beautifully lighted and rendered. That aside, the entire piece as a whole is incredibly impressive and I can only imagine how much more impressive it looks in person, given the size it was drawn at!
Ken Martin
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Philip Tan is so darn talented. There is so much to look at on this piece. Love it!
stephen yarish
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 11/7/2024
Wow!! There is a lot going on in this! Such a cool image!
Canada Jones
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
WOW Bill, what a fantastic piece of artwork you have here!!
David Kwock
Member Since 2012
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Wow pretty amazing piece! The detail is amazing; love it! Major congrats Bill!
JN 80
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Sinister and his marauders, Pryor and inferno....so much gorgeous details and characters. A feast for the eyes
artless artmore
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Jam packed! I keep finding new characters. I could get lost in this one
Vit Budin
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
I have to say I must admire your ability to digging those treasures... anywhere :D
Al Simpleton
Member Since 2013
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Incredible artistic tour de force. And a feast for the eyes, with so many outstanding details that only appear after repeated viewings. That is one piece that grabs you with power, but never lets you go. Just like the Inferno arc, by the way!
Ben Friedman
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Holy smokes, that's amazing! Wonderful to see that the ultra-detailed approach has been passed to the next generation.
Dave W
Member Since 2006
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Wow, what a feast for the eyes - such a deliciously detailed, and perfectly illustrated perfect Example of peak Tan artwork. I am sure you could get lost looking at this on the wall. Congrats!
Mark V
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
I'll be honest: I had stopped reading the X-titles by this point in favor of other material. However, this piece makes me want to read this storyline almost four decades after it was published. Tan's work looks a bit more refined and polished here than it typically does and that level of attention and detail befits what looks like an epic part of X-lore.
Toni S
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Many adjectives are needed to be fair with this SUPER MEGA MASSIVE piece of ART! I find it magnetic. I could spend hours looking for details! It is so difficult and probably unfair to choose juat one detail or character! But... if I have to choose one I definetely vote for the Wolverine amongst them all. Hats off my friend.
Greedy Collector
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
This is insane. To have Philip Tan with this crazy level of detail on this piece. I'm incredibly jealous and congrats sir.
Anthony T
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Incredible piece! This must be impressive to see in person given all the characters and details. Really great pickup congrats and thanks for sharing.
Eranga Devasurendra
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 11/8/2024
Incredible and dense...so much to take in!
Kin Wong
Member Since 2007
1 - Posted on 11/10/2024
Philip Tan's recent work has all been very impressive in terms of linework and detail, and this is taking it to another level (or three). Really dig all the lighting/rendering he did here against the black background (especially in the bottom third), and I'm sure it looks phenomenal in person. Congrats!
Kavi H
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 11/11/2024
Truly a stunning feast for the eyes/senses, what an amazing piece, congrats Bill!
P.S. I bought that Claremont package with this poster included back when it was coming out, great stuff!
Steve Lawrence
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 11/19/2024
Wow! Super cool and unique piece. Congrats on adding this to your collection!
A N H
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 11/21/2024
Just an incredible poster. No wasted space here. I could come back to this piece several times and find something new to look at each time. Must be even more impressive in person.
Michael Weigant
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 12/15/2024
Man,I really like this guys work and I'm proud to own some of his original pieces myself !
K Gearon
Member Since 2011
1 - Posted on 12/15/2024
Outstanding image, wow! So many characters, exquisitely illustrated, and an unreal composition. Plus Inferno is one of my top 3 favorite X-Men arcs of all time...what a way to bring the casssic story to today. Love how you have those 3 bads in the corners, and what a great face on Illyana...and the reflections in her Souldsword is a great touch. Big congrats, Bill!
Sylvain R
Member Since 2014
1 - Posted on 12/16/2024
The perfect image of my all time favorite "Inferno" Just beautiful!
REDEMAGNI CLAUDIO
Member Since 2016
1 - Posted on 12/21/2024
Every time I pass by your gallery, I am always fascinated by your new purchases :)
the sinister charm of this illustration perfectly depicts the sensation I feel when investigating your collection, a mixture of light and darkness that increases their strength.
another gem in your CAF, great congratulations Bill
Some Collector
Member Since 2017
1 - Posted on 12/21/2024
When Philip is on, there aren't many who are better. This is fantastic!
David Matheny
Member Since 2021
1 - Posted on 1/19/2025
Buddy, it's been a loooooong minute. Since I've had the luxury of cruising through your gallery and with help of the app. I now get to follow / watch people and you were first. This is an amazing piece amongst many amazing pieces. It's almost unfair and it probably couldn't have happened to a cooler person. Congrats
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