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The Leader - James Harren

Artist: James Harren (All)

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Artwork Details

Title:	The Leader - James Harren
Artist:	James Harren (All)
Media Type:	Pen and Ink
Art Type:	Commission
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	771
Likes on CAF:	8 9
Comments:	13
Added to Site:	12/29/2022
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Description

I typically haven't collected commissions of Hulk villains aside from Maestro but this piece drew my interest for not only James Harren's artistic style but also his unique take on the evil genius. A glaring Hulk-sized hole for his art in my collection solidified the decision to pick up this piece.

I've always thought the Leader could be Marvel's "Joker" in the sense that most artists could inject their own style, which could comparatively be night and day when viewed next to another artist's rendition, but still be easily recognizable as Samuel Sterns. From Dale Keown's athletic/ripped 90s rendition to Joe Bennett's horror genre take and here to James Harren's 70s movie villain edition, the Leader allows a wide range artistic versatility.

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	T Shen ( 9 ) Premium Gallery Owner
Joined:	September 2009
Last Login:	January 2026
Ebay Id:	gogators.2003
Country:	UNITED STATES
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M L
Member Since 2015

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

NOICE!!!

Simon M.
Member Since 2003

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

Sometimes I look at Harren's art and think it's an amped up/hyper version of what Jack Kirby would draw like today if he was brought up watching anime/90s cartoons and culture. Case in point. Love it!

J H
Member Since 2019

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

Stop staring or I'll shoot. I really like Harren's takes on almost all characters, and the Leader is no exception. I dig that he brings all of that aggressive style, even on commissions. Zipatone makes me smile. Great score!

K Gearon
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

I almost picked this one up! Just really dug the uber stylized take. And I'm a sucker for zipatone :) Nice get, T. Congrats!

T Shen
Member Since 2009

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

K Gearon wrote:

I almost picked this one up!� Just really dug the uber stylized take.� And I'm a sucker for zipatone :)� Nice get, T.� Congrats!

I'm glad you didn't continue bidding the price up! This was also a steal based on James Harren's current prices, and I will gladly thank you Khalil :)

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

The smushed in facial features makes the forehead even higher upping the intelligence factor! Very well thought out design by Harren. The zip and zest of the screentones and brushwork brings us a Leader we can all rally behind.

stephen yarish
Member Since 2004

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

love the art style on this pice and the use of ziptone! Great pick-up!!

Ken Martin
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

Love it!

John C
Member Since 2014

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

I'm letting the secret out. The leader is really Bobby "the brain" Heenan.

Paul P Spiderversity
Member Since 2011

1 - Posted on 12/29/2022

That's a great artistic interpretation of the Leader! He looks pretty suave with sideburns, and I like how the background behind him echoes the weird techno devive on his rather sizeable forehead.

artless artmore
Member Since 2013

1 - Posted on 12/30/2022

So fun! Love Harren't take on this character

JN 80
Member Since 2016

1 - Posted on 12/30/2022

Nice leader rendition

Dave W
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 1/17/2023

Man I really love this Harren Leader - great example of his style. Congrats!

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