Gene Park's Gallery of Original Comic and Illustration Art :: Bissette, Steve (Swamp Thing)

Steve Bissette - Swamp Thing v. 2 #50, pp. 2-3 (DC, 1986)

Artists: Steve Bissette (Penciller) , John Totleben (Inker)

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Steve Bissette - Swamp Thing v. 2 #50, pp. 2-3 (DC, 1986) Comic Art

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Title:	Steve Bissette - Swamp Thing v. 2 #50, pp. 2-3 (DC, 1986)
Artist:	Steve Bissette (Penciller)
Artist:	John Totleben (Inker)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Double Page Splash
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	448
Likes on CAF:	24 25
Comments:	21
Added to Site:	11/18/2023
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Posting this one on the occasion of legendary writer Alan Moore's 70th birthday today!🎉

My favorite Alan Moore work is his classic 1984-87 run on DC's Swamp Thing, one of the high points in the history of comics and one of my all-time favorite creative runs. The centerpiece of the run is the 14-part "American Gothic" storyline from issues #37-50 which introduces the occult investigator John Constantine. Constantine guides Swamp Thing on a journey across America and beyond to stop dark forces from summoning an ancient evil before it brings about an end to everything. Along the way, Moore's creature learns his true place in history and the world.

The double-sized issue #50 marked the climactic end of the battle between Heaven and the Great Darkness. This amazing double-page splash features hosts Cain and Abel setting up the final chapter of the story while Swamp Thing, Deadman and Etrigan's demon horde march in the Spirit World!

Stephen Bissette & John Totleben established a unique, sophisticated look for the title which perfectly complemented Moore's writing and this is an amazing example of their collaboration together!

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S C
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

This is a beautiful work of art. Thank you for sharing.

Amir E
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Great example. Thanks for sharing Gene!

Rick W
Member Since 2017

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

My favorite work from Mr. Moore as well. Trophy example!

Chris K.
Member Since 2008

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

That is a thing of beauty, Gene!

Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Gorgeous work! Love the creatures on the right and the rendering is superb!

Stephen F
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Fantastic!!!

Rob Pistella
Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Well said Gene and this is really a perfect and bold example of that memorable collaboration!

JN 80
Member Since 2016

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Beautiful DPS Gene! So many details to take in

Tom Coker
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Extraordinary Moore Swamp Thing from a wonderful story, and a perfect tribute to Moore on his birthday

Tom Coker
Member Since 2005

2 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Tom Coker wrote:

Extraordinary Moore Swamp Thing from a wonderful story, and a perfect tribute to Moore�on his birthday�

Moore's work on Swamp Thing is definitely my favorite. His Swamp Thing is a jewel - a star on the top of the beautiful Christmas tree that is his body of work

Derek Crabbe
Member Since 2020

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Exceptional!

Ken R
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Incredible mood to go along with stunning details! Very nice my friend.

David Kwock
Member Since 2012

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Absolutely amazing; major congrats on acquiring such an amazing emample from an amazing run.

M L
Member Since 2015

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Absolutely gorgeous!

Robert Altamura
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Well I have never seen this stunner. Your narrative sounds like it's a great read too. I hope there's a trade for this one.

Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010

1 - Posted on 11/18/2023

Many congratulations on a simply beautiful piece of artwork - and a double page splash at that!

artless artmore
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 11/19/2023

Classic DPS!

J L
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 11/22/2023

Great dps!!!!

Toni S
Member Since 2019

1 - Posted on 11/23/2023

That is superb man!!!!! COLOSSAL DPS! Huge congrats!

Bill J
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 11/30/2023

Killer Swamp Thing DPS! Love Bissette and Totleben's work during this era. The splash panel that fills the right side of the spread is simply jaw-dropping! So much beauty amidst the horror! Great pick-up, Gene!

Chris Puckelwartz
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 1/27/2024

Fantastic ST DPS from the climax of this legendary run! Totleben's inks are on another level here! Congrats!!

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