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Wally Wood - "Mission of Gravity" Prelim - Galaxy Science Fiction Novel #33 - 1958

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Wally Wood - Mission of Gravity Prelim - Galaxy Science Fiction Novel #33 - 1958 Comic Art

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Title:	Wally Wood - "Mission of Gravity" Prelim - Galaxy Science Fiction Novel #33 - 1958
Artist:	Wally Wood (All)
Media Type:	Ink Wash
Art Type:	Prelim
For Sale Status:	NFS
Views:	358
Likes on CAF:	4 5
Comments:	5
Added to Site:	7/13/2024
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From the Heritage Write-up:
Wally Wood "Mission of Gravity" Cover Preliminary Original Art (Galaxy Publ., 1958). Already a popular sensation as an Astounding Science Fiction magazine serial (1953) and as a Doubleday hardcover (1954), Hal Clement's futuristic "Mission of Gravity" resurfaced in 1958 as the 33rd Galaxy Novels paperback, sporting a finalized version of this emphatic cover-concept by Wally Wood. Wood had asserted his pre-eminence as an SF illustrator while working for EC Comics' Weird Science, and his mastery transferred readily to the prose-SF publishing sector. The art depicts heroic Charles Lackland, a scientist who undertakes a rescue assignment in a heavy-gravity environment. Ink, ink-wash, and white watercolor over graphite on Bristol board.

Purchased from the Roger Hill collection at the recent Heritage Signature Auction which I attended in person, to be there in support of Terry and her family. Roger was a very close friend for over 40 years. He was an amazing collector and one of the most knowledgeable comic historians and authors in our field. He is greatly missed.

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Ron S
Member Since 2007

1 - Posted on 7/13/2024

Nice Pickup!!

Marcus Wai
Member Since 2005

1 - Posted on 7/14/2024

The concerned look in the eyes is a lot more effective than the final stoic look. It's more genuine drama in this version.

Chris Puckelwartz
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 7/14/2024

Bold Wood sci-fi prelim. Thanks for sharing Glynn!

Peter Sullivan
Member Since 2006

1 - Posted on 7/16/2024

This looks rushed but isn't. An artist in full control.

John Kelly
Member Since 2015

1 - Posted on 9/13/2024

This is cool, shows the raw genius of Wood. Prelims can be very enlightening when looking at a great artist's work.

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