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Tom Coker
Member Since March 2005
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Al Williamson Weird Science #22 splash (1953) "A New Beginning"

Location: Williamson, Al
Artists: Frank Frazetta (Inker) ,  Al Williamson (All) ,  Roy Krenkel (Assistant)

4311  Views  -  52  Comments  -  13  Likes

Al Williamson Weird Science #22 splash (1953)
Artwork Details
Location: Williamson, Al
Title: Al Williamson Weird Science #22 splash (1953) "A New Beginning" *
Artist:  Frank Frazetta (Inker) ,  Al Williamson (All) ,  Roy Krenkel (Assistant)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Title Page
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 4311
Likes on CAF: 13
Comments: 52
Added to Site: 9/29/2014

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One of the most beautiful splashes Al did for EC. It's got it all! Plus some gorgeous Frazetta inks to boot... and some Krenkel assist on the machinery for good measure. sigh. Lot of cool EC lore and legend right here with this one, so what can I possibly add?

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Lance Suarez Member Since 2004
1    
Posted On 9/29/2014

Fantastic piece of art Tom!
Chris K. Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 9/29/2014

I'm delighted to have had the benefit of seeing this piece in person - it's how I know the first panel is an absolutely magnificent illustration that literally glows given it's energy. The whole page is just powerful - this is a stunning piece of art, Tom. What a great addition to an already stellar collection.
Patrick Kochanek, MD Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 9/29/2014

Exceptional indeed
Patrick Kochanek, MD Member Since 2005
Posted On 9/29/2014

Exceptional indeed
Alex Johnson Member Since 2006
Forum Moderator
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Lovely. Now I want to read the entire story!
Sean Clarke Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

This is some gorgeous comic art. "The woman" appears to be 1953 era Elizabeth Taylor!
Ray Cuthbert Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Absolutely tremendous!
Eelco V Member Since 2004
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Beautiful! The woman looks like model after Liz Taylor.
frank x townsondecker Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

WOW!!! an incredible classic page, congratulations!!!
Felix  Lu Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Just a gorgeous example.
Rob  Pistella Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

A spectacular piece of art Tom, I think it's one of the most beautiful splashes I've ever seen in my life... they don't make them like this anymore, that's for sure... I don't know how you continue to find such stellar examples... this is the best of the best...well done!
Oystein Sorensen Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Beautiful and powerful indeed.
John B Member Since 2004
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

That's a great one.
Benno Rothschild Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Holy Moly that is just spectacular!
John Stuart Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Stellar! Damn incredible - Al was so talented.
Matches Malone Member Since 2005
Posted On 9/30/2014

That's an amazing piece.
artless artmore Member Since 2013
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Gorgeous! Love the inks in this
john kalisz Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

WOW.
Roger K. Member Since 2005
Forum Moderator
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

That's spectacular, Tom! Congratulations!
philippe queveau Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

An astonishing splash which I owned for almost 25 years ! I am glad it found a new great home !
Mario Rhodanos Member Since 2004
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

wooooooooooooooooooow
Joe Shaffer Member Since 2010
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Awesome
Mark Howland Member Since 2004
1    
Posted On 9/30/2014

Most especially exquisite!
John Livesay Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 10/1/2014

Wow, just wow!!
Gene Park Member Since 2004
1    
Posted On 10/1/2014

Frazetta + Williamson = The Dream Team!
steve  staszower Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 10/2/2014

Wow. A dream EC sci-fi splash by W&F. Maybe a little Krenkel in there too?!
Tom Coker Member Since 2005
Posted On 10/2/2014

steve staszower wrote:
" Wow. A dream EC sci-fi splash by W&F. Maybe a little Krenkel in there too?!  "
Yep, gotta be a little Krenkel in that machinery right
Terry Doyle Member Since 2004
Posted On 10/2/2014

Stunning splash (yep, I see Krenkel's hand in the machinery). The whole story is a bit of a mixed bag due to Williamson balking at Krigstein being assigned as the original inker. If memory serves me right, some of Krigstein's work remains throughout the story.
Tom Coker Member Since 2005
Posted On 10/2/2014

Terry Doyle wrote:
" Stunning splash (yep, I see Krenkel's hand in the machinery). The whole story is a bit of a mixed bag due to Williamson balking at Krigstein being assigned as the original inker. If memory serves me right, some of Krigstein's work remains throughout the story.  "
Correct, except for this splash (and the last page as well) which was completely redrawn. Legend has it all being done in one night - repencilled by Al and inked by Frazetta. It's clearly just the two of them on close study of the final product. Obviously, Al re-drew the machine from Roy's original design.
Terry Doyle Member Since 2004
Posted On 10/2/2014

Tom Coker wrote:
" Correct, except for this splash (and the last page as well) which was completely redrawn. Legend has it all being done in one night - repencilled by Al and inked by Frazetta. It's clearly just the two of them on close study of the final product. Obviously, Al re-drew the machine from Roy's original design.  "
Makes sense as the splash is certainly minus Krigstein. As I said, stunning example with Al and Fritz firing on all cylinders. Will look wonderful matted and framed - to complement all the other outstanding artworks you own!
Y M Member Since 2003
Posted On 10/2/2014

Oh.My.God! Absolutely brilliant splash showcasing some of Al's finest EC work. I realize I'm in the minority, but Al's pencils speak to me far more than Frazetta's, however, the combination of Williamson pencils and Frazetta inks is the crème de la crème in my book.
Jean Andre Macchini Member Since 2006
Posted On 10/2/2014

Museum piece ! Congrats !
Xavier  . Member Since 2010
Posted On 10/2/2014

Amazing and Beautiful!! Congrats!
Dan Hampton Member Since 2012
Posted On 10/4/2014

w. o. w.
Brian Peck Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 10/15/2014

WOW! Great combo of Williamson and Frazetta. Love their EC work. Congrats!
J L Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 10/23/2014

Amazing is all I can think of to say. Thanks for sharing a wonderful acquisition. Congrats Tom!!!!
Dan  M Member Since 2007
Posted On 10/23/2014

wow, that is terrific! kudos Tom
Bernard Voorzichtig Member Since 2012
1    
Posted On 12/14/2014

Very beautiful page !
Suat Tong Ng Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 9/23/2015

Mouth watering brushwork throughout. A top of the line interior from this title.
Comics Superworld Member Since 2007
1    
Posted On 4/25/2016

Brilliant, Tom!
Jean Andre Macchini Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 3/16/2018

Museum piece ! Congrats !

 Bill J Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 6/26/2019

Every time I revisit your gallery, I seem to find something new I love. This page, for instance. I love the overall compostion, the sharp, crisp inks, the balance between lights and darks. It's just stunning.

 Jason K Member Since 2018
Posted On 9/17/2019

This is freakin incredible!

 Mark Levy Member Since 2004
1    
Posted On 12/9/2021

Must have missed this one earlier - damn, the Female and the Foliage - can't pick my favorite!

 Eric B Member Since 2014
1    
Posted On 10/1/2022

Holy...! This page is otherworldly in its beauty. Plus, it looks like Buster Crabbe and Liz Taylor were in a comic together 😀.

 Stephen F Member Since 2005
Posted On 12/6/2022

Breathtaking!   Congrats

 Jimmy Palmiotti Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 7/10/2023

I got a page from this story too! 

 Tom Coker Member Since 2005
Posted On 7/12/2023

Jimmy Palmiotti wrote:
"  I got a page from this story too! 
 "

Love your page, Jimmy!

 Steven Dilworth Member Since 2012
Posted On 7/15/2024

Three simple panels and not a drop of nudity, and I need a cigarette.  From her figure in panel one (which makes almost any Bettie Page illo look plain) to, "...the whole thing will blow to high Heaven.", ending with "The man touched her..." in panel three, I'm spent.  What page.

 Steven Dilworth Member Since 2012
Posted On 7/15/2024

Steven Dilworth wrote:
"  Three simple panels and not a drop of nudity, and I need a cigarette.  From her figure in panel one (which makes almost any Bettie Page illo look plain) to, "...the whole thing will blow to high Heaven.", ending with "The man touched her..." in panel three, I'm spent.  What page.
 "

Oh, I forgot the "...pulsating needles..."  Whew.

 Paperchaser 1968 Member Since 2005
Posted On 2/19/2025

...now that is something!!

 Comics Superworld Member Since 2007
Posted On 5/19/2026

And Liz Taylor to boot!

 

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