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Batman #431 cover

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Location: Batman and Detective - (Other artists and Bob Kane)
Title: Batman #431 cover*
Artist:  George Pratt (All)
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Cover
For Sale Status: NFS
Views: 731
Likes on CAF: 37
Comments: 30
Added to Site: 6/12/2023

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No doubt a memorable cover from a lot of our childhoods and at the start of Batmania. This oversized image captures so much of what makes George Pratt such a mesmerizing artist and painter.

As a kid, I had tried to copy my favorite Batman images in pencil onto the lid of comics long box. Draw in pencil, erase, try again, erase, keep trying until it was a pretty reasonable copy. However, this was the image in the middle that served as the focal point for the entire lid. I'll never forget it. To own and get to look at it in person...it is really special for me. Overjoyed to have it in my collection, after reaching out to George years ago and finding out it had left his hands not long after it was published.

I got to speak to George in person at OAX 2025 and he said it was his favorite Batman image he had done. I shared with him a photo of it framed in my Bats corner.

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Jason D'Ambrosio Member Since 2018
Posted On 6/12/2023

I love when Batman isn't on a gargoyle! Congrats! 

Steve . M Member Since 2017
Posted On 6/12/2023

I dont remember this cover - I am sure it's in the longbox in my old bedroom at my parents house....really great image! 

Michael Browning Member Since 2005
Posted On 6/12/2023

Wow, this is an amazing cover and one I remember well from when I had a Batman subscription! Congrats!

Daryl R Member Since 2015
Posted On 6/12/2023

Beautiful cover Bob! Huge congrats!

Kasra Ghanbari Member Since 2004
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Posted On 6/12/2023

You lucky dog! Such a memorable cover!

Michael  Kirton Member Since 2009
Posted On 6/12/2023

A classic. Congrats, Bob. 

Mel C. and B. Carter Member Since 2005
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Posted On 6/12/2023

Pratt, Priest, Aparo, and... ninjas. This issue had it all! And at the height of Batmania II.

"For me to be upset would imply some moral judgment on my part. You know me better than that. After all, I did not question your motives when you came to me."

"No, you didn't. But perhaps you should have."

Legendary.

Duke  Fleed Member Since 2013
Posted On 6/12/2023

A beutiful piece! Love the brush work!

Derek Crabbe Member Since 2020
Posted On 6/12/2023

An Iconic Batman cover at what would soon be the height of Batmania of 1989!!!

Chris Swartz Member Since 2009
Posted On 6/12/2023

Such an amazing cover!  Congrats.

Felix  Lu Member Since 2005
1    
Posted On 6/13/2023

Gorgeous. Remember the impression this cover made as well. Congrats!

Jeff Singh Member Since 2004
Posted On 6/13/2023

One of Pratt's best pieces.  Great getting something so nostalgic and meaningful for you!

F M Member Since 2005
Posted On 6/13/2023

A memorable cover indeed.

Marcus Wai Member Since 2005
Posted On 6/13/2023

It has such great realism in the anatomy and just the right amount of strain to hold this pose.  Somewhat takes Batman to his pulp roots to be like a jungle adventure hero like Tarzan.

Gal Schwartz Member Since 2005
Posted On 6/13/2023

You are right - it is a very memorable cover !! I can't recall the story inside, but this image stayed with me. Congrats on adding this gem to your collection !

ilia georgiev Member Since 2006
Posted On 6/13/2023

Batman hanging like his namesake,  a Bat, from the tree.  The pencil and ink are extraordinarily well done. A leaner muscled Batman is my preference as depicted by Pratt.  Nice addition to your collection. 

Jonathan H Member Since 2005
Posted On 6/13/2023

Awesome cover congrats!!

G. C. Member Since 2006
Posted On 6/13/2023

What a beauty !. Thanks for sharing Bob !!

Ryan Drobot Member Since 2016
Posted On 6/13/2023

Love this one

Johnny M Member Since 2014
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Posted On 6/13/2023

So simple yet so complex. Iconic cover. 

Gene Park Member Since 2004
Posted On 6/13/2023

Wow, had no idea Pratt did a Batman cover around this time - super cool!

Travis Ellisor Member Since 2009
Posted On 6/13/2023

Oh wow, this is one of my favorite all-time covers. Congrats! I am super jealous!

Matt  Dicke Member Since 2006
Posted On 6/14/2023

Doesn't get better than this from George. It's definitely his prime Batman period and imo one if not his best Batman piece ever. Congrats on such a score. Now you need to track down the color guide to go with it. Maybe George still has that?

J. Hollon Member Since 2006
Posted On 6/14/2023

One of my favorite Batman images ever!  What a great addition to any collection!

Tyler T Member Since 2020
Posted On 6/14/2023

Stellar image of the bat, and makes for an awesome cover! You never fail to dissapoint Bib!! :)

Matches Malone Member Since 2005
Posted On 6/14/2023

Stunning piece. Congrats!

George H Member Since 2009
Posted On 6/19/2023

A truly incredible and ominous cover! Congrats and thanks for sharing.

Bill J Member Since 2009
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Posted On 6/29/2023

Wow! What a stunning Batman cover! It's so unexpected to see Batman hanging from a branch upside down, like the very creatures he styled himself after. Gorge Pratt really nailed this image. Superb!

David Bixler Member Since 2016
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Posted On 10/1/2023

Killer cover in the perfect collection. Congrats!

artless artmore Member Since 2013
Posted On 1/8/2025

Fantastic cover!  Hints of Jeff Jones and Wrightson in this one, to my eye 

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