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Lot #444: ROBOT VISIONS (1990) - William Plumb Collection: Framed Hand-Painted Ralph McQuarrie Cover

Currency:USD Category:Memorabilia / Movie - Props Start Price:7,500.00 USD Estimated At:15,000.00 - 30,000.00 USD
Lot #444: ROBOT VISIONS (1990) - William Plumb Collection: Framed Hand-Painted Ralph McQuarrie Cover
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ROBOT VISIONS (1990) - William Plumb Collection: Framed Hand-Painted Ralph McQuarrie Cover Artwork - Artwork hand-painted by famed sci-fi illustrator Ralph McQuarrie for the cover of Robot Visions, a collection of Isaac Asimov's short stories. Best known for his concept artwork for George Lucas' original Star Wars trilogy, McQuarrie also contributed art to various publications in Asimov's groundbreaking Robot series.

This artwork depicting a laser-eyed robot amidst a technological city comes from the personal collection of William Plumb. It is rendered in mixed media on paper, signed in the bottom right corner by McQuarrie, and mounted behind glass in a black and brown wooden frame. The frame's paper backing exhibits punctures and scratches from hanging. Dimensions: 24" x 30" x 3" (61 cm x 76.25 cm x 7.75 cm)

Sold without copyright; see notice in the Buyer's Guide.

For the last four decades, William Plumb has been at the forefront of Star Wars and science fiction original art collecting. He was a pioneer in searching for artwork for his collection and began contacting artists to inquire about their works in the mid 1980s. Over time he developed personal relationships with many renowned artists including Ralph McQuarrie, Drew Struzan, Lawrence Noble, and Dave Dorman. In 1986, Plumb organized the "Space Fantasy & Reality Art Expo" at the Maturango Museum in Ridgecrest, California, to benefit the handicapped. The event was supported by contributions from Plumb's artist friends and even Lucasfilm - all of whom loaned materials to Plumb for the display.

It was through these personal relationships that Plumb acquired many of the finest pieces in his collection. Throughout the years, Plumb organized or appeared at countless other events and shows, where he proudly displayed his collection and discussed his passion for Star Wars original art with both artists and fans. In 1996, Plumb hosted a panel at San Diego Comic Con on collecting Star Wars artwork specifically. In 2001, he and a small group of fellow collectors commissioned Lawrence Noble to produce the now-famous "Bronze Yoda." Plumb's bronze Yoda statue was perennially displayed at The California State Fair for fans to see and enjoy.

Propstore is pleased and honored to offer these fantastic lots from Plumb's collection, including Noble's matching number Artist Proofs of the bronze Yoda and Darth Vader statues, sketches and paintings from McQuarrie, Struzan, Noble, Dorman, Kazu Sano, Tim Hildebrandt, John Gampert, Ken Barr, Vincent Di Fate, and many more.


Estimate: $15,000 - 30,000

Bidding for this lot will end on Wednesday, June 28th. The auction will begin at 8:00AM PDT and lots are sold sequentially via live auctioneer; tune in to the live streaming broadcast on auction day to follow the pace. Note other lots in the auction may close on Thursday, June 29th or Friday, June 30th.