Victor Moscoso

American, born Spain, 1936

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Various Artists, Art Spiegelman, Bill Griffith, Robert Crumb, Jim Osborne, Jay Lynch, Willy Murphy, Spain Rodriguez, Paul Krassner, Kim Deitch, Jay Kinney, Gilbert Shelton, Justin Green, Harrison Cady, S. Clay Wilson, Bill Fowler, Curt McDowell, Michael McMillan, Aline Kominsky, George Kucher, Robert Armstrong, Diane Noomin, Victor Moscoso, The Print Mint, Inc., Arcade, The Comics Revue #1, 1975, 44-page paperback bound volume with black and white half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.9

Arcade, The Comics Revue #1

Various Artists, Art Spiegelman, Bill Griffith, Robert Crumb, Jim Osborne, Jay Lynch, Willy Murphy, Spain Rodriguez, Paul Krassner, Kim Deitch, Jay Kinney, Gilbert Shelton, Justin Green, Harrison Cady, S. Clay Wilson, Bill Fowler, Curt McDowell, Michael McMillan, Aline Kominsky, George Kucher, Robert Armstrong, Diane Noomin, Victor Moscoso, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1975 · 44-page paperback bound volume with black and white half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.9

This is a painting depicting a surreal, cartoon-like scene in a desert. The artwork includes various imaginative characters in vibrant colors. A humanoid broccoli with a smokey head stands in the center with a jar labeled "ZAP JAM" nearby. Next to it is a tall, thin, purple creature. In the foreground, there is a character resembling a pirate with a saber and striped pants. A griffin-like creature sits near a large ink bottle with a quill in its mouth. The background features a minimalistic desert setting with two palm trees. The painting resembles a comic book cover with a title and a price marking, created in the style reminiscent of Robert Crumb.
Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rick Griffin, Victor Moscoso, Robert Williams, Gilbert Shelton, Spain Rodriguez, The Print Mint, Inc., Zam, 1974, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black on wove paper and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.166

Zam

Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rick Griffin, Victor Moscoso, Robert Williams, Gilbert Shelton, Spain Rodriguez, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1974 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black on wove paper and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.166

The image displays a robot-like figure against a bright background with a blue sky and pink clouds. The figure is in profile facing right, showing its upper body. It has detailed mechanical components instead of human facial features, including bolts and metallic surfaces. The "face" includes circular eyes, a nose, and a mouth made of industrial elements. The figure wears a helmet with a star and goggles, and has a wing motif emblem. It appears to be a mix of yellow and blue machinery with ostrich-like feathers. Detailed line artwork creates wire and circuit textures on the body. The background has stylized clouds, giving a surreal and graphic style. The name "ZAP" is in red letters at the top, along with pricing information and an "Adults Only" label.
Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, S. Clay Wilson, Gilbert Shelton, Rick Griffin, Robert Crumb, Robert Williams, Victor Moscoso, The Print Mint, Inc., Zap, no. 7, 1974, 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.174

Zap, no. 7

Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, S. Clay Wilson, Gilbert Shelton, Rick Griffin, Robert Crumb, Robert Williams, Victor Moscoso, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1974 · 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.174

This is a drawing of a creature holding a comic book. The creature has exaggerated features, including a large nose, multiple eyes, tusks, and a broad grin. The comic book is titled "CONSUME" and "BOREDOM ILLUSTRATED," with outlandish lettering and graphics on the cover. The background is bright pink. The creature is surrounded by a spiral of objects, including household items and food. The artwork may be inspired by underground comix and satirical pop art, with a critique of consumer culture.
Various Artists, Gilbert Shelton, Robert Williams, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rick Griffin, Spain Rodriguez, Victor Moscoso, Apex Novelties, Zap, no. 6, 1973, 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.173

Zap, no. 6

Various Artists, Gilbert Shelton, Robert Williams, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rick Griffin, Spain Rodriguez, Victor Moscoso, Apex Novelties · 1973 · 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.173

This is a drawing of a comic book cover. The image shows a central character in patched pants holding a comic book against a backdrop of urban buildings. Surrounding the character are lively cartoon figures engaged in humorous poses and activities. The design features vibrant colors, exaggerated expressions, and playful elements, with bold retro typography at the top and bottom of the image.
Various Artists, Jim Vadeboncoeur Jr., Al Davoren, Bud Plant, Bob Zoell, Greg Irons, Rick Griffin, Dennis Nolan, Vincent Davis, George Metzger, Parley Holman, Jim Osborne, Roger Brand, Robert Crumb, Keith Kleespies, R. L. Tubbesing, Doug Wildey, John Fawcett, Neil Passey, Robert Inwood, Victor Moscoso, Rob Brown, Johnny Chambers, Tom Bird, Albert Hurter, John Thompson, Promethean Enterprises, Promethean Enterprises #4, 1971, 80-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color and centerfold on card stock, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.102

Promethean Enterprises #4

Various Artists, Jim Vadeboncoeur Jr., Al Davoren, Bud Plant, Bob Zoell, Greg Irons, Rick Griffin, Dennis Nolan, Vincent Davis, George Metzger, Parley Holman, Jim Osborne, Roger Brand, Robert Crumb, Keith Kleespies, R. L. Tubbesing, Doug Wildey, John Fawcett, Neil Passey, Robert Inwood, Victor Moscoso, Rob Brown, Johnny Chambers, Tom Bird, Albert Hurter, John Thompson, Promethean Enterprises · 1971 · 80-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color and centerfold on card stock ·  Accession ID  2014.126.102

This is a painting that depicts a surreal and chaotic comic book cover. The image features a dynamic composition with various bizarre and fantastical elements. These include a vibrant “ZAP COMIX” title in cartoonish bubble lettering, and a range of colorful characters. A combination of organic and mechanical forms populate the scene, such as a person-like broccoli figure, anthropomorphic trees, abstract characters, a castle, and flying creatures. The foreground is filled with a variety of objects and smaller scenes, contributing to the chaotic and whimsical nature of the illustration. The style is graphic and vibrant, utilizing a saturated color palette and bold outlines typical of underground comix art.
Various Artists, Robert Williams, Gilbert Shelton, Robert Crumb, Victor Moscoso, S. Clay Wilson, Spain Rodriguez, Robert Crumb, Charles Crumb, Apex Novelties, Zap, no. 5, 1970, 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.172

Zap, no. 5

Various Artists, Robert Williams, Gilbert Shelton, Robert Crumb, Victor Moscoso, S. Clay Wilson, Spain Rodriguez, Robert Crumb, Charles Crumb, Apex Novelties · 1970 · 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.172

This is an illustration of anthropomorphized cars in a humorous and surreal interaction. The image depicts two cars as living characters engaged in a lively scene where one car appears to be lifting another with expressions of effort. The drawing style is bold and cartoonish, with exaggerated expressions and movements. In the top-left corner is a character wearing a bee costume with a striped pattern. The background shows a cityscape in a simplified silhouette. The title "King Bee" is prominently placed in large stylized letters. Below the drawing, text reads, "A REVOLUTIONARY 'FIRST!' WE DARE TO SHOW 'DOING IT' RIGHT ON THE FRONT PAGE!!!". There is a speech bubble from a small figure observing the scene who exclaims, "EEK! I CAN’T LOOK!".
Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Victor Moscoso, Rick Griffin, Jeremy Marks, Peter Max, Dr. Flagstaff, Apex Novelties, Kerry Clark, King Bee, 1969, 16-page newspaper tabloid with halftone and offset lithograph illustrations, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.78

King Bee

Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Victor Moscoso, Rick Griffin, Jeremy Marks, Peter Max, Dr. Flagstaff, Apex Novelties, Kerry Clark · 1969 · 16-page newspaper tabloid with halftone and offset lithograph illustrations ·  Accession ID  2014.126.78

This is a comic book cover featuring a stylized character with exaggerated features. The main subject of the cover is a cartoon character waving with a large hand, wearing hoop earrings and multiple bracelets, with a jovial expression marked by a large tongue sticking out, white eyes, and colorful attire. The character is set against a circular green background and wears a sleeveless top with blue and white circular patterns. The top section prominently displays the words "SNATCH COMICS" in bold, three-dimensional red and blue letters. The issue number "No. 2" and the publication date "January 1969" are written in the top corners. A red circular price marker indicates "60¢". The bottom of the cover features the message "HELLO '69!" in large, bold red letters. The artwork is credited to R. Scrum, dated 1968, at the bottom right corner.
Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rory Hayes, Victor Moscoso, Rick Griffin, Apex Novelties, Snatch #2, 1969, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.127

Snatch #2

Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Rory Hayes, Victor Moscoso, Rick Griffin, Apex Novelties · 1969 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.127

This is a drawing of a comic book cover. The illustration features a bus stop scene with urban architectural details in the background. In the foreground, there is signage indicating the bus stop and exaggerated characters interacting humorously. The cover is bordered with bold lettering announcing the title "Snatch Comics," along with additional graphic elements. The colors are vibrant and the character styling is cartoonish, suggesting a humorous and possibly satirical theme.
Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Victor Moscoso, Robert Williams, Rory Hayes, Jim Osborne, Apex Novelties, The Print Mint, Inc., Snatch Comics #3, 1969, 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.128

Snatch Comics #3

Various Artists, Robert Crumb, S. Clay Wilson, Victor Moscoso, Robert Williams, Rory Hayes, Jim Osborne, Apex Novelties, The Print Mint, Inc. · 1969 · 36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.128

This is an image of a surreal and bizarre comic cover. It features a large insect-like creature with human legs and hands, holding a can and wearing a wide-brimmed hat. The creature stands in a tunnel made of organic, rounded forms, which is detailed with rich textures and shadows. In the background, a creature resembling a walking sun with a human face and limbs gestures expressively. Near it, round, eye-like creatures with tentacles congregate around a spilled body of liquid with eyeballs floating in it. There's also another creature holding a sign with "ME!" written. The cover is highly colorful and features a variety of vibrant hues. The title "Soap Comix" indicates it may belong to an adult-themed comic series, enhanced by the "Adults Only" label. The scene is chaotic, vivid, and embodies a psychedelic or surrealist atmosphere often associated with the underground comic movement.
Various Artists, Robert Crumb, Rick Griffin, Victor Moscoso, S. Clay Wilson, Gilbert Shelton, Apex Novelties, Zap, no. 3, 1969, 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color, Gift of William and Abigail Gerdts, 2014.126.170

Zap, no. 3

Various Artists, Robert Crumb, Rick Griffin, Victor Moscoso, S. Clay Wilson, Gilbert Shelton, Apex Novelties · 1969 · 52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and cover in full color ·  Accession ID  2014.126.170