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As of Apr 26, 2024
James Bama
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Lot 71128
The Living Fire Menace, Doc Savage paperback cover, 1971
Oil on board
17,5 x 12,5 in (44.5 x 31.8 cm)
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Lot 71128
The Living Fire Menace, Doc Savage paperback cover, 1971
Oil on board
17,5 x 12,5 in (44.5 x 31.8 cm)
Estimate:
US$ 20,000 - 30,000
€ 19,000 - 28,000
Auction: -6 days
Heritage Auctions Texas
City: Dallas, TX
Auction: Apr 23, 2024
Auction number: 8161
Auction name: Illustration Art Signature® Auction
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Signed lower left
The artist; Private collection, Bantam Books employee, acquired from the above; Private collection, by descent from the above.
James Elliott Bama (American, b. 1926) The Living Fire Menace, Doc Savage paperback cover, 1971 Oil on board 17-1/2 x 12-1/2 inches (44.5 x 31.8 cm) (sight) Signed lower left The present work is published as the cover of The Living Fire Menace, Doc Savage #61 by Kenneth Robeson (Bantam, 1971). PROVENANCE: The artist; Private collection, Bantam Books employee, acquired from the above; Private collection, by descent from the above. James Bama, the legendary artist and illustrator, defined the image of Doc Savage for a generation through his numerous mesmerizing book covers for the long-running series. In 1971, Bama created this captivating cover for "The Living Fire Menace," a thrilling adventure featuring the larger-than-life hero raised from birth to embody physical and mental perfection. With his masterful use of color, composition, and attention to detail, Bama captured the essence of Doc Savage's Man of Bronze persona, drawing readers into a world of danger and excitement. Bama's artwork not only showcased his immense talent but also became an integral part of the Doc Savage legacy. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Framed under acrylic. Overall presents well with no major visible issues to note. Framed Dimensions 22 X 17 Inches
Lot Details
Object description
Signed lower left
Provenance
The artist; Private collection, Bantam Books employee, acquired from the above; Private collection, by descent from the above.
Essay
James Elliott Bama (American, b. 1926) The Living Fire Menace, Doc Savage paperback cover, 1971 Oil on board 17-1/2 x 12-1/2 inches (44.5 x 31.8 cm) (sight) Signed lower left The present work is published as the cover of The Living Fire Menace, Doc Savage #61 by Kenneth Robeson (Bantam, 1971). PROVENANCE: The artist; Private collection, Bantam Books employee, acquired from the above; Private collection, by descent from the above. James Bama, the legendary artist and illustrator, defined the image of Doc Savage for a generation through his numerous mesmerizing book covers for the long-running series. In 1971, Bama created this captivating cover for "The Living Fire Menace," a thrilling adventure featuring the larger-than-life hero raised from birth to embody physical and mental perfection. With his masterful use of color, composition, and attention to detail, Bama captured the essence of Doc Savage's Man of Bronze persona, drawing readers into a world of danger and excitement. Bama's artwork not only showcased his immense talent but also became an integral part of the Doc Savage legacy. HID12401132022 © 2024 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Condition
Framed under acrylic. Overall presents well with no major visible issues to note. Framed Dimensions 22 X 17 Inches
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