Micah S.

Metropolis Gallery is pleased to announce a virtual exhibition of original artwork by renowned artist and writer Sean Gordon Murphy, who will be bringing his unique and awe-inspiring originals to a venue where they can be appreciated in all of their hand crafted glory.

The show opens on Thursday, January 21st with a virtual reception featuring a live interview with Sean that will be viewable through our social media outlets. Art will go live for sale opening night. Check back for a link to the art for sale.

Murphy is most well-known for his series of books that began with Batman: White Knight, featuring an alternate reality in which the roles of the Joker and Batman are reversed from hero to villain and vice-versa. The series proved so successful that it spawned a ‘Murphyverse’ including the sequel series Batman: Curse of the White Knight, a one-shot featuring Mr. Freeze, and a mini-series focusing on his new iteration of Harley Quinn.

“Sean has such a distinctive style his work is instantly identifiable as his own, which is a rare quality,” said Metropolis Gallery curator and owner Vincent Zurzolo. “The detail and craftsmanship in these pieces are stunning. From the architecture to the vehicles, you can plainly see his work is something he takes great pride in.”

Murphy began drawing comic books while still attending the Savannah College of Art and Design, working on several projects with DC and Oni Press. In 2005 he wrote and illustrated the original graphic novel Off Road, which would win an American Library Award for young adults.

Murphy’s first high profile work was the DC/Vertigo mini-series Joe the Barbarian written by Grant Morrison. That began a trend of Murphy working with some of the most revered writers in comics, including American Vampire: Survival of the Fittest and The Wake with Scott Snyder, Chrononauts with Mark Millar, and Tokyo Ghost with Rick Remender.

The success of these books would allow Murphy to return to writing his own material, first with the Vertigo series Punk Rock Jesus, which told the tale of a plan to resurrect Jesus Christ through cloning. The book was Murphy’s attempt to provide commentary on the current state of religion, politics, and the media.

The exhibition will predominantly feature Murphy’s work from the White Knight series, with Curse of the White Knight #2 featured nearly in its entirety. There will also be a few pieces from his, increasingly in demand, covers and variant covers for a variety of other titles.

“We have a great selection of work from Sean, with prices ranging from $300 - $15,000, there’s a really nice selection of preliminary drawings in addition to the published pages and covers, something for collectors at every level,” added Zurzolo. “We expect demand for the work in this show to be quite high, as Sean’s originals should only increase in value over time.”

“While it’s unfortunate that we’re not able to make this exhibition as grand as it deserves, it is exciting to be able to use new technologies to bring Sean’s work to his devoted fans.”

Metropolis Gallery is located at 36 West 37th Street, 6th Floor, a short walk from both Grand Central and Penn Station.

Metropolis Gallery is the creation of Metropolis Collectibles, the world’s largest vintage comic collectibles dealer. Together with its online auction house, ComicConnect, the company has an evolving inventory of more than 150,000 collectibles and holds five Guinness World Records.  

While there will not be a large opening reception, if you’re in the New York area the work is available to view in the gallery by appointment only, call 212-260-4147 or 1-800-229-6387 to make arrangements.

On 12/19/2020 at 8:09 PM, Will_K said:

This seems like a question that is best answered by @Micah S. who works the art side for CC.  He was also a guest in a Comic Art Live episode on YouTube.

The BP is a case by case decision, and generally up to the consignors discretion.

Bump. Ending tonight!

1 hour ago, ShallowDan said:

Glen's screenshot has you wearing a Felix the Cat shirt with a Basil Wolverton on the wall, so I'd say it's off to a great start!

Thanks Dan. Now I have something to live up to.

6 minutes ago, ShallowDan said:

Thanks for the reminder; I'm definitely looking forward to this one, Glen.  I love seeing all the silver/bronze age super hero stuff as much as the next guy, but I really like it when you guys have a chance to chat with folks who have broader interests.  

Oh, it's going to be broad. Don't worry, I'll be sure to bring up a few artists that people have heard of  

Bump. Ends one week from today.

Just a few of the highlights in ComicConnect’s current Event auction. Bidding is underway, the art session ends on December 14^th. Be sure to head over to comiccconnect.com to see the full list.

Mark America Heavy Metal, October 1984 cover

Ross Andru and John Romita Amazing Spider-Man #162 cover

Ayers The Original Ghost Rider #4 complete 3 page story

Ed Benes Green Lantern #45 cover

Brian Bolland 2000 A.D. #65, Judge Dredd, page 19

Sal Buscema Defenders #21, page 1 splash and page 32

Nick Cardy Brave and the Bold #95, page 8

Howard Chaykin American Flagg! portfolio plate

Dave Cockrum X-Men #105, pages 2-3 double page spread

Dave Cockrum X-Men #155, page 2

Gene Colan Daredevil #40 cover

Gene Colan Marvel Spotlight #18, Son of Satan, page 26 and page 27

Jack Davis Dinah & Friends illustration

Jack Davis advertising illustration

Ron Frenz and Sal Buscema The Black Knight #4 cover

Don Heck Tales of Suspense #66, page 10

Marc Hempel Sandman #67, page 18

Gil Kane Doctor Strange #8 cover

Dale Keown Guardians of the Galaxy #13 variant cover

Jack Kirby and Joe Sinnott Silver Surfer graphic novel, page 62

Jack Kirby Tales of Suspense #27 title splash

Joe Kubert Tales of the Green Beret strip #1 and #2

Joe Kubert G.I. Combat #174 cover

Alan Kupperberg Captain America #240, page 10

Bernie Krigstein Aces High #1, The Mascot, page 2

Jim Lee Wizard #148 cover

Todd McFarlane Amazing Spider-Man #313, page 13

Frank Miller Daredevil #166 cover

Frank Miller Detective Comics #27 variant cover

Frank Miller Wizard #31 Sin City cover element

Frank Miller sketches #1, #2, #3 and #4

Jim Mooney Marvel Team-Up #10, page 21

Bob Oksner Lois Lane #122 cover

Fred Ray Superman #12 cover recreation

John Romita Amazing Spider-Man Bubble Funnies #1 cover

John Romita Creatures on the Loose #24 cover

John Romita Jr. and Jim Mooney Amazing Spider-Man #227, page 4

Bill Sienkiewicz Anachronisms painted cover

Jim Starlin Star*Reach #1 cover

Jim Starlin Detective Comics #482, page 21

Herb Trimpe Incredible Hulk #181 cover reimagining

Bernie Wrightson Heavy Metal concept illustration

There’s also a nice selection of rare R. Crumb and other underground items.

The whole selection of art can be found here.

Good luck and happy bidding.

This will be in auction from ComicConnect in the fall.

https://www.comicconnect.com/item/893257

37 minutes ago, Carlo M said:

Hi,

is there a way to see final auction prices without having bid on one item?

if you add the pieces to your watch list you'll be able to see the final prices there. Or you can use the advanced search to see sold auction items.

Bump. Auction ends Monday the 24th.

13 hours ago, Unstoppablejayd said:

Will the reserves be revealed prior to the end of the auction? and on the Byrne xmen stuff is the reserve lower then they were for sale on the site prior?

I don't believe the reserves will be revealed, the reserves on the Byrne's are near the original asking prices.

33 minutes ago, vodou said:

All good, I pushed it up to a Mod...they'll take care of it.

Thanks.

2 minutes ago, vodou said:

I can't but I think you can.

Either way, the good news is you're getting your post count up!

You're a funny guy. I don't think there's a way to move the post but I will make sure the posts in the future are in the correct place.

3 minutes ago, vodou said:

You kinda gotta do it...now too

Can you move a post?

11 minutes ago, vodou said:

As expected. This topic needs to be moved to Original Comic Art Marketplace. Over here is where we make fun of how atrocious your web site is.

Thanks.

Fair enough. I'll do that in the future.

2 hours ago, vodou said:

What's your association with CC/Metropolis?

I'm in the sales/consignment department, dealing with most of the original comic art.

ComicConnect‘s August Event Auction Is live and features a host of great original art offerings.

Below are only a sample, be sure to check out the auction for the complete list. The art session ends on August 24^th  staring at 7:30 pm eastern time..

John Byrne/Terry Austin - X-Men #113 page 2

John Byrne/Terry Austin - X-Men #125 page 26

John Byrne/Terry Austin - X-Men #137 page 18 (Death of Phoenix!)

John Byrne/Terry Austin - X-Men #137 page 25 (Death of Phoenix!)

John Byrne/Terry Austin - X-Men #138 page 26

John Byrne - 1979 Wolverine illustration

John Byrne - X-Men Portfolio Cover

John Byrne - Fantastic Four #260 page 5

Jack Kirby - Tales to Astonish #37 page 4 (1962 - 3rd Ant-Man!)

Joe Orlando - Daredevil #4 page 18 (1st Purple Man!)

Don Heck/ Ayers - Avengers #10 page 6 (1st Immortus)

Don Heck/ Ayers - Tales of Suspense #60 page 13 (2nd Hawkeye/4th Black Widow!)

Ross Andru/Bill Everett - Marvel Feature #1 page 13 (1st Defenders!)

Jack Kirby - Mister Miracle #14 page 4

Jack Kirby - Mister Miracle #14 page 7

Stephen Bissette - Swamp Thing #64 pages 14-15 double spread

Joe Quesasda - X-O Manowar promotional illustration

George Perez - DC Heroes - Wonder Woman Role Playing Game Cover

George Perez - Avengers #201 page 9

Herb Trimpe - Incredible Hulk #174 page 2

Herb Trime - Incredible Hulk #204 page 26

Michael Zulli - Sandman - Morpheus and Daniel Bookends designs (2 pieces)

Bernie Wrightson - Batman/Aliens #1 prelim

Mark Bagley - Ultimate Spider-Man #73 pages 18-19 double splash

Ken Kelly - Warlord of Antares painted Cover

Romeo Tanghal - House of Secrets Abel intro page

Stan Goldberg - Archie Comics #255 Cover

John Pound - Pandemonium Cover

Wayne Boring - 1/28/1965 Superman daily strip

Joe Giella - Color Superman illustration

Irwin Hasen - All-Star Comics #37 Injustice Society color recreation

Marvin Stein - Justice Traps the Guilty #36 Cover

Alex Ross - The Riddler character study

Bill Sienkiewicz - Warlock illustration

Sean Chen - Grimm Fairy Tales #2 Alice in Wonderland Cover

Lee Garbett - Midnighter #18 Cover

Todd Nauck - Young Justice #24 Cover

Darryl Banks - Green Lantern #62 Cover

Also possibly of interest to art collectors is this rare statue sculpted by Jeffrey Jones cast only once in 1973 in an edition of 100.

Lots more great stuff to choose from, check it all out here.

Good luck and happy bidding.

ComicConnect has almost 200 pieces of art ending Monday, highlights include.

• Batman #184 cover by Carmine Infantino
• Spider-Man #40 unused pencils by John Romita
• King Kobra presentation drawing by Jack Kirby
• Mister Miracle #14 page 8 by Jack Kirby
• Mister Miracle #14 page 18 by Jack Kirby
• Kamandi #33 page 5 by Jack Kirby
• Tales to Astonish #31 page by Jack Kirby
• Love and Rockets T-Shirt ad by Los Bros. Hernandez
• Crime Patrol #9 page by Al Feldstein - His 1st crime story at EC
• Vampirella painting by Sanjulian
• The Unexpected #193 'House of Secrets' splash by Romeo Tanghal
• Detective Comics #31 homage by Sheldon Moldoff
• Kong of Skull Island #1 variant cover by Adam Hughes
• Uncanny Avengers #1 Deadpool "Call Me Maybe" variant cover by Mark Brooks
• Savage Sword of Conan pin-up inked by Walt Simonson
• Green Lantern T-Shirt art by George Perez
• Sub-Mariner #6 page 13 by John Buscema
• Wolverine: Bloody Choices page 6 by John Buscema
• American Gods #9 cover by Glenn Fabry
• Bill Ward Humorama illustration
• Captain America #126 page 16 by Gene Colan
• Vampirella/Dejah Thoris cover by Joe Jusko
• Marvel Zombies 2 #1 page 1 by Sean Phillips
• Silke #3 cover by Tony Daniel
• Love and Romance #23 cover by Jack Abel
• Superman/Batman Annual #1 page 24 by Sean Murphy
• The Shadow #18 variant cover by Tim Bradstreet

There's much more than that, head over to comicconnect.com to have a look at all of it. I can be reached at micahs@metropoliscomics.com with any questions.

Good luck and happy bidding!