It's kind of sad, but your childhood is up for sale. What could top Andrew Wildman
selling off Marvel Transformers comic cover art? Jeffery Mangiat's actual artwork from the back of Generation 1 toy packaging, that's what.
This is no print or reproduction. It is the actual artwork created in gouache (paint) on cold press illustration board that was painted by the world renowned illustrator himself! The painting shows the truly classic Generation 1 scene with The Metroplex deploying Autobot soldiers versus Scorponok's Defense Base with eminent Deception invasion in opposition.
It's up for auction now with a starting bid of $7,500 USD. A real bargain when you think of the historical nature of the painting. Read the description form the Ebay Auction:
TRANSFORMERS ORIGINAL ART~PAINTING~1980S~HASBRO~RARE This auction is
for an ORIGINAL work of art featuring THE TRANSFORMERS! This one-of-a-
kind PAINTING appeared on the back of HASBRO TOY packages in 1980S.
This is an ORIGINAL Gouache on cold press Illustration board artwork
painted by world renowned illustrator, JEFFREY MANGIAT! Mr. Mangiat
also produced many of the first generation Transformers artwork for
numerous package designs. His paintings are known worldwide for their
incredible use of detail and intense color palette. This fabulous
painting measures 26” X 24” and is in superb condition. There is a
minor crease in the lower right corner that does not affect the
majesty of this rare original. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to
obtain a piece of Transformers toy history directly from the artist
who created this artwork! The winning bidder may choose to have the
piece signed and personalized if they choose. If you are a dedicated
fan or collector of THE TRANSFORMERS or high quality artwork, this
rare ORIGINAL PAINTING is for you! Payment may be made by Paypal in
US funds and MUST be received within 10 days from end of auction.
STRICTLY ENFORCED! (FREE SHIPPING- priority mail domestic USA
delivery confirmation & insured!) Intellectual and publishing rights
remain property of artist and Hasbro.
Check out the auction that ends in 7 days from the date of this post at
Ebay.com.