The Art of Jack Kirby Wraparound Cover (Kevin Eastman)
Artist: Kevin Eastman (All)
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DescriptionHaving just posted my first Jack Kirby Fourth World piece, this is a kind of "Jack Kirby Week". This spectacular wraparound cover isn't by the King although the book for which the cover was produced was, I believe, the first comprehensive survey of Jack's extensive body of work (not forgetting, of course, the wonderful Jack Kirby Treasury volumes by Greg Theakston). The artwork was by Kevin Eastman (who is, of course, famous as being the co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles).This is very much a nostalgic get. I recall being so amazed by the book when it was first published that I spent even more funds obtaining a Kirby-signed limited edition of the same. The book itself was written by Ray Wyman. And here is the write-up on Heritage on the piece itself (it also came with production color art as well, as is also noted in this write-up): This wraparound cover (used for the hardcover dustjacket and the softcover release) features some of Jack Kirby's most important creations! It is fair to say that this only barely scratches the surface, but it does include: Captain America, Thor, the Silver Surfer, Mr. Fantastic, the Red Skull, Loki, Doctor Doom, and Galactus from Marvel Comics; and Mister Miracle, Orion, Kalibak, and Darkseid from Kirby's Fourth World Saga at DC Comics. The loving tribute was created by Kevin Eastman (co-creator of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) in ink on Bristol board. Signed in the lower right of the matted 25" x 14.75" image area. ... This original art piece comes with the production color art as well. The color art was created by blue line printing the linework onto Bristol board, and hand coloring with watercolor. This was dressed with the linework printed in black on acetate to top it. Social/Sharing |
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Comicart Boston 
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 6/4/2024
Rick W wrote:
Eastman must have had a blast doing this! Wow!
Many thanks, Rick. I initially thought to myself when I saw the cover of the book way back - why isn't Jack doing this? Now that I reflect on this question decades down the road, perhaps this was because Jack wasn't in good health and, indeed, sadly passed away a couple of years later. But this cover is very nice indeed.
Amir E
Member Since 2020
1 - Posted on 6/4/2024
Such a cool piece! You have such a great collection!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 6/4/2024
Amir E wrote:
Such a cool piece! You have such a great collection!
Many thanks, Amir - from a collector who has an even greater collection!
Ruben DaCollector
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 6/4/2024
Double wow! First, I'm not even familiar withthe book this cover was used for, secondly, this must be the first time it has ht the market in the internet era because it's the first time I'm seeing it! What else can be said about this that you didn't already mention? It's both Kirbyesque and Eastmanesque at the same time. I think Kevin did a great job retaining the overall style and flavour that Kirby had, while still showing signs that it's his own work rather than Jack's. A splendid piece of art!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 6/5/2024
Ruben DaCollector wrote:
Double wow! First, I'm not even familiar withthe book this cover was used for, secondly, this must be the first time it has ht the market in the internet era because it's the first time I'm seeing it! What else can be said about this that you didn't already mention? It's both Kirbyesque and Eastmanesque at the same time. I think Kevin did a great job retaining the overall style and flavour that Kirby had, while still showing signs that it's his own work rather than Jack's. A splendid piece of art!
Many thanks, Rubén. Yes, I think that this is the first time that this particular piece of artwork has hit the market. And many thanks for your clear and perceptive description. I can imagine that Kevin must have felt so very privileged and honored to have been asked to do this. Jack Kirby was a shining inspiration to countless artists - and continues to be so even today. I never had the privilege of meeting him in person but am glad that I did pluck up the courage to write to him - and received such a gracious and kind response from both him and Roz. That is why I am doubly glad to be the steward of this particular piece.
J. Lim
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 6/4/2024
Damn, what an amazing cover by Eastman with Kirby-esque flair! Truly unique and a stand out in anyone's gallery.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 6/5/2024
J. Lim wrote:
Damn, what an amazing cover by Eastman with Kirby-esque flair! Truly unique and a stand out in anyone's gallery.
Many thanks. In addition to the nostalgic element which I have mentioned, the artwork itself is, as you have so perceptively pointed out, an integration of both Kirby and Eastman.
Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 6/5/2024
The Marvel vs DC Kirby crossover we never got to see! Eastman's work is heavily influenced by Kirby, so this must have been an honor for him to be chosen out fo the many in the industry who cite Kirby as their influence.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 6/5/2024
Marcus Wai wrote:
The Marvel vs DC Kirby crossover we never got to see! Eastman's work is heavily influenced by Kirby, so this must have been an honor for him to be chosen out fo the many in the industry who cite Kirby as their influence.
Many thanks, Marcus. Yes, indeed, and the artwork of Eastman does surprisingly work very well on this cover (as some have already pointed out).
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 6/5/2024
Incredible cover piece, beautiful Eastman work honoring the great Jack Kirby.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 6/5/2024
James Dornoff wrote:
Incredible cover piece, beautiful Eastman work honoring the great Jack Kirby.
Many thanks, James. OT, but apologies for missing your (great) show although I caught up with it later.
James Dornoff
Member Since 2019
1 - Posted on 6/5/2024
Comicart Boston wrote:
Many thanks, James. OT, but apologies for missing your (great) show although I caught up with it later.
Awesome, thanks for watching. I love seeing the beautiful art you continue to post. Keeps us X-fans drooling. And some other fantastic pieces like this.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 6/5/2024
James Dornoff wrote:
Awesome, thanks for watching. I love seeing the beautiful art you continue to post. Keeps us X-fans drooling. And some other fantastic pieces like this.
Many thanks for your very kind words. Unfortunately, as I collect across a wide spectrum, there isn't as much X-Men artwork as I would like (which is, of course, your forte).
Kavi H
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 6/5/2024
What an epic tribute to The King by Eastman. Stunning!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
1 - Posted on 6/5/2024
Kavi H wrote:
What an epic tribute to The King by Eastman. Stunning!
Many thanks, Kavi. As mentioned, it was a really memorable get for me as well.
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor
Member Since 2015
1 - Posted on 6/6/2024
It hardly gets better than this!
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 6/6/2024
Nick - Barry - Matt - Hal - Namor wrote:
It hardly gets better than this!
Many thanks, Nick. This is a very fondly remembered cover image indeed.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 6/17/2024
Mark Levy wrote:
Super cool cover - congrats!
Many thanks, Mark. As mentioned, it is a very nostalgic cover for me.
CJ Design
Member Since 2018
1 - Posted on 6/17/2024
Interesting and DYNAMIC take by Eastman...it works well.
Comicart Boston
Member Since 2010
Posted on 6/17/2024
CJ Design wrote:
Interesting and DYNAMIC take by Eastman...it works well.
Many thanks, CJ. Yes, it is a wonderful take on Kirby's work indeed.
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