David B. & Hugues Micol - 1 Original page - Terre de Feu - 2008

Amazing original page by Hugues Micol from Terre de Feu, written by David B. and published by Futuropolis in 2009.

Size : 32.3 x 44.5 cm
Media: pencil, ink & gouache on paper
Condition: Very good condition

This atmospheric page comes from Terre de Feu, a striking graphic novel created by acclaimed French artist Hugues Micol and writer David B. Set against the backdrop of the South American frontier and the turbulent conflicts surrounding the exploitation of natural resources, the story blends history, adventure, politics, and myth into a uniquely powerful narrative.

Rendered in Micol's distinctive brushwork, the page captures a group of riders crossing a harsh and unforgiving landscape while discussing the corrupting influence of gold and power. The final panoramic panel, dominated by windswept grasslands, circling birds, and scattered remains, perfectly illustrates the poetic and often haunting atmosphere that runs throughout the book.

Hugues Micol is renowned for his expressive brushwork and painterly approach to storytelling, he has produced acclaimed works such as Le Dernier des Mohicans, Scalp, Poussière, and Terre de Feu. His artwork combines remarkable energy with a strong sense of composition, often blurring the boundaries between illustration, painting, and bande dessinée.

The story was written by David B., one of the most influential figures in modern French comics and a founding member of the independent publisher L'Association. Best known internationally for the autobiographical masterpiece L'Ascension du Haut Mal (Epileptic), David B. has profoundly influenced a generation of European graphic novelists through his imaginative storytelling and highly personal approach to comics.

This original page is an excellent example of Micol's expressive ink technique and cinematic storytelling, combining intimate character moments with a sweeping landscape composition that showcases the full range of his artistic talent.

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