A retrospective of the groundbreaking comic book artist Will Eisner is currently underway at New York's Philippe Labaune Gallery. The exhibition, showcasing original artwork spanning Eisner's career (1941-2002), features iconic pieces from The Spirit and A Contract with God.
Below is a sneak peek at some original Spirit pages from the "Tarnation" story featured in the exhibit:
The Spirit: "Tarnation" Gallery Preview
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The exhibition encompasses a wide range of Eisner's work, including pages from The Spirit, New York: The Big City, and a nearly complete presentation of his influential graphic novel, A Contract with God: The Super. According to gallery owner Philippe Labaune, Eisner's innovative style, incorporating cinematic techniques and visual symbolism, revolutionized comic book storytelling. His use of dynamic layouts, varied perspectives, and fluid page designs set new standards for the medium.
The Will Eisner Exhibit opens Thursday, February 13th, with a reception from 6pm to 9pm ET, and runs through Saturday, March 8th. The Philippe Labaune Gallery is located at 534 West 24th Street in New York City and is open Thursday through Saturday, 10am to 6pm ET.
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