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Corto Maltese in Havana by John Paul Leon

Location: Corto Maltese Commission
Artist: John Paul Leon (All)

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Corto Maltese in Havana by John Paul Leon
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Artwork Details
Location: Corto Maltese Commission
Title: Corto Maltese in Havana by John Paul Leon*
Artist:  John Paul Leon (All)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Commission
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 5665
Likes on CAF: 25
Favorited on CAF: 5
Comments: 37
Added to Site: 2/29/2016

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A spectacular commission by John Paul. My scan does not do the inking justice which is a shame. The inks are thick, layered, shiny and sit on the paper with a rich decadence. The paper seems to have a slight bit more gloss to it than normal comic board but not like magazine paper either. I don't know what combination of factors came through for these inks but they are gorgeous in person. The image and mood that Jean Paul captured is also amazing. The atmosphere is perfect and shows a deeper understanding of the character which I think is important when it comes to Corto. Anyone can draw Corto, not everyone understands him and only those that can both draw and understand him can convey him in the image. This piece is 14 x 17 inches and I hope to get on my wall too.

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Joseph Melchior Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

What a fantastically atmospheric piece. Really stunning. Congratulations on the subject matter and end result, Jeff.
Marvel Two-in-One Guy Member Since 2003
2    
Posted On 2/29/2016

A wonderful matching of artist and subject matter!
Will K Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

Back in the day, this would be called "illustration". Awesome pairing of artist and subject.
Rubén DaCollector's Paperback Art Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

Absolutely spectacular! The only thing I'm shocked about is that it never occurred to me to suggest him for a commission. As today's youth would say, Jean Paul Leon "is the shit!".
Shannon El Guapo Slayton Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

I don't have the words to describe how incredible this is! JPL is amazing! Many congratulations!
John Livesay Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

Very sharp!
Suat Tong Ng Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

Another beautiful Corto commission - congrats Jeff!
Damon Wright Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

Perfection, just amazingly good!
Felix  Lu Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

Yup...he nailed it! Congrats, Jeff!
Simon M. Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

John Paul can do no wrong. I've not seen him do a sub-standard commission piece yet, and this is nothing but a great example of that. So is my Hellboy piece by him! ;-)
Filmore W. Bedwick Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

Stunning work by a true master. Mr. Leon captures the essence of the character and realism of the setting. It does not get much better than this!
George H Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 2/29/2016

Stunning work!
Dadako Dadako Member Since 2010
1    
Posted On 3/1/2016

..Incredibly Beautiful Inks!
Dean Abraham Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 3/1/2016

A beautiful piece, conveying atmosphere and mood.
F M Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 3/1/2016

Truly splendid.
Patrick  Brooks Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 3/1/2016

Just fantastic
Chris K. Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 3/1/2016

A beautifully executed piece, Jeff. Jean Paul is the perfect artist to capture Corto Maltese - and he provides all the evidence you need with this gorgeous piece of work.
Alex Kline Member Since 2004
1    
Posted On 3/1/2016

What a stunning take, just love the mood and setting. Rarely does a commission make me go wow, but this is one of those!
Kevin Currie Member Since 2012
1    
Posted On 3/1/2016

Absolutely gorgeous.
Tony K Member Since 2012
1    
Posted On 3/1/2016

Spectacular! This one will look great framed and on a wall!
Vincent VP Member Since 2011
1    
Posted On 3/2/2016

This is one of the best pieces I've seen here in a long time!
benjaaman benjaaman Member Since 2013
1    
Posted On 3/2/2016

Fantastic piece !!! Congrats dude
David K Member Since 2008
1    
Posted On 3/18/2016

Wow! This is a grand slam!! I could study this for hours.
Matt  Dicke Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 4/1/2016

JP is a beast with ink and and a great person as well. I KNEW this commission was your and he totally knocked it out of the park.
Nick Postic Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 4/18/2016

I really dig this one. Congrats on another great commission, Jeff
Jean Andre Macchini Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 6/15/2016

Outstanding piece ! Congrats !
Giacomo Iori Member Since 2007
1    
Posted On 6/22/2016

Grail!
Lambo S. Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 3/5/2017

unbelievable. jp leon is simply brilliant.
Simone Madd Member Since 2015
1    
Posted On 4/24/2018

Amazing!

 artless artmore Member Since 2013
1    
Posted On 11/14/2018

Gorgeous commission!  The composition draws my eye right to CM, and I agree with your comments on how the artist captured the character, but I just love the textures throughout the drawing.

 ilia georgiev Member Since 2006
1    
Posted On 6/26/2023

This does draw the eye to CM, but the remainder of the art is your eye and mind to great.   Like the layers of inks everything else is a layered part of the drawing including the lighting source. 

 Andy Robbins Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 9/15/2023

Truly one of your Corto's Greatest Hits - it gets better and better every year

 Paul Martini Member Since 2021
1    
Posted On 11/6/2023

Wow. Just wonderful.

 Andy Robbins Member Since 2003
1    
Posted On 11/27/2023

I come back to visit this piece whenever I go to your gallery for any reason

 Bill J Member Since 2009
1    
Posted On 1/19/2024

Stunning commission by John Paul Leon. I love the level of detail John Paul put into this piece. The art is so intricatelly detailed that I feel like I've been to this room, this place. You don't see that much art these days that takes this kind of effort to bring a place to life. Background seems to be a lost art. Which makes pieces like this that much more special. Wonderful pick-up, congrats!

 M L Member Since 2015
1    
Posted On 12/26/2024

Astounding piece. His eye for detail while still allowing the image to read clearly is truly genius. What a treasure. 

 John  Kelly Member Since 2015
Posted On 3/24/2025

Yikes! This is so nice!

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