Richard Corben

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American, born 1940

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  • This is a drawing of a fantastical face with glowing red eyes and an open mouth from which colorful liquid is pouring out. Surrounding the face are colorful geometric shapes resembling crystals or futuristic structures, along with planetary bodies in the background. The top of the image includes bold text that says "HEAVY METAL," with additional text indicating it is from a magazine cover dated September 1977, priced at $1.50.

    Heavy Metal, Vol. 1, No. 6, September 1977

    Various Artists, Pierre Druillet, Richard Corben, Moebius, Patrick Lesueur, Alain, Chantal Montellier, Cortman, Roger Zelazny, Nicole Claveloux, Zha, Ed Davis, Philippe Picaret, Jacques Tardi, Sergio Macedo, L.F. Editions

    1977

    Paperback bound volume offset lithograph illustrations in color and black and white on wove paper  Accession ID  2014.126.61

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  • Death Rattle Vol. 1 #1

    Various Artists, Richard Corben, Tim Boxell, John M. Pound, Peter Poplaski, Kitchen Sink Enterprises, Various Artists

    Published 1972

    36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset illustrations in black on wove paper, front and back covers in full color  Accession ID  2014.126.38

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  • Fever Dreams

    Richard Corben, Jan Strnad, John Adkins Richardson, Kitchen Sink Enterprises

    1972

    Paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color  Accession ID  2014.126.52

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  • Fantagor, No. 2

    Various Artists, Richard Corben, Bob Bliss, Jack Jackson, D. Karbonik, George Metzger, Jan Strnad, Rip Off Press

    1972

    52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with a full-color cover and section of middle pages  Accession ID  2014.126.50

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  • The image shows a cloaked figure standing over a prostrate animal. The figure has a red face and is dressed in a black robe with outstretched arms. Below them is a circular pattern with a yellow and black animal. The background transitions from teal to a lighter color. The top of the image is labeled "ROWLF" with credits to Richard Corben and Rip Off Press.

    Rowlf

    Richard Corben, Rip Off Press

    1971

    36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color  Accession ID  2014.126.108

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  • This is a painting of two small, green, humanoid extraterrestrial figures in a surreal jungle. The background contains dense foliage, vibrant greens, and a moon. One alien is interacting with an orange and pink crustacean-like creature. Lush plants and a monkey-like creature are also depicted. The word "DEEP" appears in bold, purple, and pink letters. A circular emblem in the lower left corner reads "RIP OFF PRESS ADULTS ONLY".

    Up From the Deep #1

    Various Artists, Jack Jackson, Richard Corben, Greg Irons, Kim Deitch, Rip Off Press

    1971

    52-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and in full color with cover in color  Accession ID  2014.126.146

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  • This is a drawing of a cartoonish figure in a room filled with filing cabinets. The character at the center has an exaggerated expression, surrounded by filing cabinets with open drawers. The background is red-orange. The figure wears casual attire and appears overwhelmed. Above the character are comic-style symbols. The image also includes the words "PROMETHEAN ENTERPRISES" and a dollar sign with a 1 indicating a comic pricing feature. The drawing features bold outlines and humorous exaggerations.

    Promethean Enterprises #3

    Roy G. Krenkel, Promethean Enterprises, Johnny Chambers, Al Metter, Bob Zoell, Wilhelm Busch, Raymond Wong, Bhob Stewart, Anne Vadeboncoeur, Robert Inwood, Dennis Nolan, Rob Brown, Spain Rodriguez, Jim Valadez, Various Artists, Marty E. Rice, Bill Henry, Kenneth Smith, George Metzger, John Fawcett, Emil Pataja, Rick Griffin, Richard Corben, Robert Crumb, Bud Plant, Al Davoren, Jim Vadeboncoeur Jr.

    1971

    68-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in red and black  Accession ID  2014.126.101

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  • This is a painting of a comic book cover with a vivid and dynamic design. The cover features two green-toned figures, rendered in a muscular style, wielding large firearms that are prominently shooting with bright, explosive blasts. The background is a fiery red-orange gradient, accentuated by dark, smoky clouds. The title "Slow Death" is displayed at the top in pink, dotted letters, with additional text indicating that this is issue number 3 from a publisher named "Last Gasp." The overall style is reminiscent of underground comic art, with exaggerated expressions and dramatic lighting.

    Slow Death #3

    Various Artists, Ron Turner, Richard Corben, Dave Sheridan, Jim Osborne, Jack Jackson, Larry Welz, Greg Irons, Kim Deitch, Spain Rodriguez, Last Gasp Eco Funnies

    1971

    36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color  Accession ID  2014.126.121

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  • This is a drawing of a comic book cover. The image features a ghoulish figure with long, wild hair, blue skin, and yellowing teeth, holding a piece of raw flesh. The background is a vibrant mix of colors, with a full yellow moon and an elegantly dressed figure in a swirling skirt standing on a gravestone or elevated surface, pointing. There are silhouettes of raised hands in the background. The comic book title "SKULL COMICS" is at the top, with the word "SKULL" in green and a large skull drawing between the letters.

    Skull Comics #3

    Various Artists, Spain Rodriguez, Jack Jackson, Dave Sheridan, Richard Corben, Tom Veitch, Greg Irons, Last Gasp Eco Funnies

    1971

    36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color  Accession ID  2014.126.117

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  • This is a comic cover showing a confrontation between a robed figure and military officers. The title "Weirdom Comix" is displayed in bold, stylized letters with illustrations inside each letter against a vibrant yellow background. A long-haired individual in tattered robes points towards a group of four figures, including one in a military uniform and the rest in suits. The composition is set against yellow concentric circles, with the phrase "Immature adults only" to the left and the text "I realize you know not what you are doing, but I refuse to die for your sins!" at the bottom.

    Weirdom Comix #14

    Various Artists, Dennis Cunningham, Richard Corben, Martin Russell, Omar Torres, John A. Williams, Dave L. Herring, Dave Wilson, Dave Ludwig, Chuck Rodgers, Weirdom Publications

    1971

    44-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations in black and in full color with cover in color  Accession ID  2014.126.147

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  • Fantagor No. 1

    Richard Corben, Starr Armitage, Herb Arnold, Last Gasp Eco Funnies

    1970

    32-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with cover in full color  Accession ID  2014.126.49

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  • This is a drawing of a comic book cover titled "Skull Comics". The cover features a central scene with a skeletal figure wearing a vest and holding a pistol while leaning against a stylized motorcycle. Another skeletal figure is on the motorcycle. The background shows a desert setting with cacti and signs for "The Dancin' Dog Burgers, Shakes, Chili" and "Beer". Insets on the left show other artworks: a skull wearing a helmet, a hooded figure, and a stylized nun. The drawing uses vibrant colors and bold lines typical of comic book art.

    Skull Comics #2

    Various Artists, Greg Irons, Richard Corben, Jack Jackson, Gilbert Shelton, Dave Sheridan, Last Gasp Eco Funnies

    1970

    36-page paperback bound volume with half-tone and offset lithograph illustrations on wove paper, with front cover in full color  Accession ID  2014.126.116

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