animation art of a man with blue hair in a yellow shirt
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56 - Based on a story by Osamu Dezaki (1943–2011), Studio Annapar…
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Estimate €200 - €300
Description
Based on a story by Osamu Dezaki (1943–2011), Studio Annaparu and Studio Junio – 1997 Hakugei no densestu Moby Dick Production cell painted in Indian ink and acrylic, with a background matching the respective genga and layout of Captain Ahab, the series’ protagonist and a reinterpretation of the character from Herman Melville’s novel, indeed, in the novel Captain Ahab is single-minded, sombre and destructive; in this animated adaptation, he displays humour and honour, and feels a deep attachment to his crew. Three layers of celluloid, one of which is painted directly with gouache and is used for the background details. 26.5 x 23 cm
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Auction time 10/07/2026 at 4:00 PM
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