Man from the 25th Century Concept Art

Original Concept Artwork (5) of "Tomo" on the Planet Andro and Project Delphi Base from The Man from the 25th Century (Irwin Allen Productions TV, 1968, Pilot Short) by Ron Croci. Vintage original concept artwork from The Man from the 25th Century by Ron Croci from this Irwin Allen space-themed 17 min. TV pilot short planned to star James Darren. The artwork depicts James Darren as "Tomo" facing the Andromedian council and approaching the hidden Project Delphi Base in his alien-constructed sports car. In oil paint, acrylic, and tempera on 4-ply artist illustration board measuring 27" x 35" and 27" x 36" glue tipped to an archival mat measuring 32" x 40" with transparent mylar overlay. Three measure 26" x 36", 27" x 36", and 30" x 38-½" on 4-ply illustration board. Actual artwork reproduced on pp. 340-341 of "The Fantasy Worlds of Irwin Allen" by Jeff Bond, Creature Features 2019. Very Good/Fine, with paper residue on the upper edges of the mat brace from hinge lift. Comes with a COA from Heritage Auctions.

Lot #89895
July 27 - 29, 2023 Hollywood/Entertainment Signature® Auction #7351
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Sold for $1,187.50 (including 25% Buyer's Premium)

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