"Frank Miller's Daredevil run" by Bill Sienkiewicz
Artist: Bill Sienkiewicz (Painter)
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DescriptionI've admired dozens of painted masterpieces by Bill Sienkiewicz (and was lucky enough to own some of them), especially ones with his eternal muse Elektra. But this piece is by far my favorite Sienkiewicz piece in decades. Once I saw this piece with my own eyes, I knew it was special : its sheer size (about 17x21), all the mixed techniques, the care brought to the background, the colors (sorry for the pic, it didn't fit in my scan), its textures, etc. and of course the depiction in itself.That perfect summary of one of my all time favorite comics runs : DD, Elektra, their embrace, the fractured surface, the blood dripping, the loneliness, the menace of the Kingpin, the Church, the darkness, etc. Everything that mattered to me in Frank Miller's run was on that drawing. Considering I fell in love with Bill Sienkiewicz' art with his Daredevil GN with Miller and their Elektra ltd series, this felt like the definitive DD piece for me by my favorite artist. If I had dreamt of a perfect DD piece back then, it would have looked exactly like this. Although it's a recent piece, it brought back all the right nostalgic vibes : my 1986 self would be very happy for me ;-) I could talk about this piece for hours, I already spent months looking at it. While my other art pieces are all framed next to each other on small walls, this giant one is all by itself on my biggest wall in the center of my living room. Maybe I'll find another great Sienkiewicz piece in a few years that I'll like even better and I'll want to upgrade, but I doubt it as it took decades for this one to find me (and vice versa). I've often wondered what is my grail in my collection. The one piece. I had multiple answers. It probably means I hadn't found it yet. But now I know : I guess that all the collectors who have found their own grail know how I felt when I got mine. Sienkiewicz told the original owner this piece would be used as an IDW cover in a few months. Really cool if it does so more people can enjoy it, but doesn't change anything for me: I could not love it more ! Social/Sharing |
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REDEMAGNI CLAUDIO 
Member Since 2016
Posted on 2/15/2018
Fantastic Illustration, great Sienkiewicz, congratulations
alessandro gentili
Member Since 2011
Posted on 2/15/2018
Must be amazing in person ! So happy for you my friend !!
Davide G.
Member Since 2009
Posted on 2/15/2018
Definitive and just awesome! Enjoy your grail, Alex :)
Duke Fleed aka #1 Groo Fan
Member Since 2013
Posted on 2/15/2018
Striking imagery. Love the textures! Congrats.
comicinkking. com
Member Since 2004
Posted on 2/15/2018
Congratulations!! If I’m not mistaken - it’s also a self portrait! ;)
Alex B
Member Since 2008
1 - Posted on 2/15/2018
comicinkking. com wrote:
Congratulations!! If I’m not mistaken - it’s also a self portrait! ;)
The question was asked to Sienkiewicz about the specific influence for these eyes : he just smiled and stayed mum... but I love the possibility of it ! Maybe it will remain a mistery similar to the Mona Lisa ;-)
comicinkking. com
Member Since 2004
Posted on 2/15/2018
Alex B wrote:
The question was asked to Sienkiewicz about the specific influence for these eyes : he just smiled and stayed mum... but I love the possibility of it ! Maybe it will remain a mistery similar to the Mona Lisa ;-)
I’m 99% sure those are his eyes. :)
E DLS
Member Since 2005
1 - Posted on 2/15/2018
I think being able to pick out one single piece in any collection is an almost impossible task. And if you ARE able to separate just one from all the rest, that it must be a very special piece indeed. Congratulations on finding and getting your grail. It certainly is a beauty.
Jonathan Mueller
Member Since 2005
Posted on 2/15/2018
Indeed GRAIL worthy! I had not seen this particular piece previoulsy, and I am in awe of it! Suberb example! Congrats Alex, and thanks for sharing!
J L
Member Since 2005
Posted on 2/15/2018
Great piece Alex. Glad to read that you found such a special piece. Congrats!!!!
Vit Budin
Member Since 2016
Posted on 2/15/2018
Congratulations, this is beautiful piece. I`m glad with you that you`ve gave him new warm home :).
artless artmore
Member Since 2013
Posted on 2/15/2018
That is a wonderful painting! Stunning and classy
Timothy Finney
Member Since 2006
Posted on 2/16/2018
It is a beautiful and haunting image. Congratulations!
Nicolaj Borch
Member Since 2012
Posted on 2/19/2018
Great to see that You finally got to this Wonderful DD piece, it really is outstanding!
Tim G
Member Since 2010
Posted on 5/20/2018
Spectacular! I mean, how can anyone not love this piece? Great acquisition Alex!
Patrick Brooks
Member Since 2008
Posted on 8/23/2018
This is INSANE. The few things that jump out at me are the thickness and texture of the paint and the dripping effect. Sienkiewicz's style proves his genius. Not every character or scene has to be hyper detailed. It adds to the mood of the character and piece. Just beautiful.
Michael Kenyon
Member Since 2008
Posted on 3/14/2023
It would be perfect as a cover so I hope that happens. Sienk is a unique talent to be sure.
Steve N. Comic/Fantasy Art
Member Since 2017
Posted on 6/22/2024
Quite possibly my fave Sink I've ever seen.
Anthony T
Member Since 2009
Posted on 6/30/2024
Amazing piece. A great example of Sienkiewicz's work.
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