This is Cool! Gen13 Maxx #1 Page 14 Original Color Guide Steve Oliff Signed Tomm Coker Art
Item Description
Up for sale is a rare piece of modern comic book history: the original preliminary color guide for Gen13/The Maxx Issue #1, Page 14. This piece is a fascinating look into the production process of the legendary 1995 Image Comics crossover.
This stunning page features the distinctive collaborative work of two industry heavyweights: beautifully rendered lines by artist Tomm Coker and masterfully applied mixed-media colors by the iconic, award-winning colorist Steve Oliff.
Item Specifics & Details:
• Comic Title: Gen13 / The Maxx crossover
• Issue: #1
• Page: 14
• Artists Involved: Tomm Coker (Penciler/Inker), Steve Oliff (Colorist)
• Medium: Mixed media / hand-colored production guide
• Dimensions: 11” x 8.5”
• Signature: Hand-signed by legendary colorist Steve Oliff in a beautiful metallic gold ink at the bottom right corner.
Visual Details & Production Notes:
This unique production piece offers a fascinating, multi-layered look into the 1990s comic book coloring process:
• Front Side Art & Coloring: The front presents vibrant, hand-guided color renderings across the complete comic page layout. You can see the bold greens on the character's reptilian skin, the striking bright yellow lightning/energy elements, and the iconic bright blue hue on the prominent foreground figure.
• Details & Texture: Close inspection highlights the deep blue gradients and meticulous hand-done textured effects. The top panels feature crisp color placement on the character goggles, teeth, and gun hardware.
• Signature Detail: Steve Oliff’s authentic signature is boldly emblazoned in gold ink on the lower border.
• Reverse Side Bleed/Process Art: Flipping the piece over showcases the beautiful, ghostly color bleed and watercolor-like layout guides on the back, offering a raw look at how Oliff mapped out the palette for this collaborative crossover. It also features early production markings in the top left corner.
• Top Production Text: The top margin includes printed production text dating back to the mid-90s, complete with handwritten editorial notes mapping out "Gen 13 / Maxx - Novel", page "Fourteen", and artist names.
Condition:
The piece is in excellent vintage production condition. It features minor handling wear and standard edge aging expected from an authentic piece of 1990s comic production art. There are no major tears, heavy creasing, or stains that impact the artwork. Please review the provided photos carefully to evaluate the exact condition details.
About the Creators:
• Steve Oliff: A true pioneer, Oliff’s company, Olyoptics, revolutionized the comic book industry by creating the standard for computer-aided color guides. He was hand-selected by Akira creator Katsuhiro Otomo to color the epic series, and his work on titles like The Maxx, Spawn, and Sandman cemented him as one of the greatest colorists of all time.
• Tomm Coker: Known for his gritty, cinematic line work and mastery of noir-style shadows, Coker’s dynamic art brings immense atmosphere to this cross-company event page.
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity for fans of The Maxx, Gen13, Image Comics, or collectors of historic comic production art to own a signed, foundational piece of 90s comic history.
This is a one-of-a-kind piece perfect for fans of Image Comics, WildStorm, Gen13, The Maxx, or any serious original comic art collector. Don't miss your chance to own a page from this historic crossover event!
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