On the Storm Planet Illustration: Virgil Finlay Galaxy Magazine #3 1965
Artist: Virgil Finlay (All)
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DescriptionI’ve been looking for some time for a nice Finlay. This one isn’t as abstract or starry as many, but the line rendering is so exact and delicate and emotive in my opinion.This piece was published as an illustration for Cordwainer Smith’s story, “On the Storm Planet,” from Galaxy Magazine #3 in 1965. The story, part of the larger work “Quest of The Three Worlds,” was supposedly nominated for (but did not win) Best Novella of that year. Thanks to Bechara and Hans! Social/Sharing |
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Marcus Wai 
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 4/25/2022
An all time great with the labor and time consuming style that always bring awe and inspiration in the audience.
John Stuart
Member Since 2005
2 - Posted on 4/25/2022
At first glance, I thought this was Rachel from Blade Runner. Exceptional!
Sean Clarke
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 4/25/2022
A fine example of Finlay's supernaturally deft draftsmanship, and a deal at twice the price! Congrats on a wonderful pick up!
Lee Benaka
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 4/25/2022
The turtle is kind of random, but it works! Nice addition to your tasteful collection Mark!
Mark Howland
Member Since 2004
Posted on 7/24/2022
Lee Benaka wrote:
The turtle is kind of random, but it works! Nice addition to your tasteful collection Mark!
Alright, Gents, I have an answer. I read Cordwainer Smith's novella On the Storm Planet, a place where whales fly and coral grows in the air and hurricanes and tornadoes are daily occurences; also a place ruled by a one thousand year-old child named T'ruth who was once a turtle but who was turned into a human being. You may sleep at night now.
Mark Levy
Member Since 2004
1 - Posted on 5/29/2022
Nice example - also would love to learn more about the turtle!
Mark Howland
Member Since 2004
2 - Posted on 7/24/2022
Mark Levy wrote:
Nice example - also would love to learn more about the turtle!
Alright, Gents, I have an answer. I read Cordwainer Smith's novella On the Storm Planet, a place where whales fly and coral grows in the air and hurricanes and tornadoes are daily occurences; also a place ruled by a one thousand year-old child named T'ruth who was once a turtle but who was turned into a human being. You may sleep at night now.
Bill J
Member Since 2009
1 - Posted on 8/10/2022
Beautiful illustration by the great Virgil Finlay! Love the technique Finlay used here! Great pick-up!
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