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Size: Standard size cel (26.8 cm x 22.8 cm)
Included: Layer 1 - Yugi Cel 遊戯 セル画
Acid-free Printed Background made by TCG
Film/Show: Yu-Gi-Oh! 遊戯王
Source/Appeared in: Episode 9 "Explosion – The Ultimate Secret Yo-Yo Technique"
Original Broadcast Year: 1998
Studio/Publication: Weekly Shonen Jump
Created by: Takahashi Kazuki
Condition Notes: -
Description: Whether it is a production cel or a promotion cel or just a genga, it is a known fact that virtually any original art from Yu-Gi-Oh! is mind-numbingly rare, and here is an absolutely incredible and second-to-none survivor of a promotion cel that was made from the same production pencil sketch (douga) that was made for the anime, but this one (with a slightly different shading on Yugi's cheek) was used in Toei's official promotional website for the original anime series from before 1998, that is still maintained and able to be viewed today! It is also worth mentioning that there most likely was a different promotion cel made for each episode, as seen in the images displayed on the same website, but as some of the more competent collectors may already have noticed, most of the other ones don’t contain many characters and a very few even compares to this particular cel from the page for Episode 9!
Screenshot of the Toei website is displayed on this page, and the link is below: https://www.toei-anim.co.jp/tv/yugioh/story/1_display009.html
The cel depicts a very memorable scene in the very early episode of the manga series that featured Super Yo-Yo's (another 90's relic) when Yugi tries to stop Jonouchi from hanging with the wrong crowd, in the episode right after Kaiba and Duel Monsters card game was introduced! Duel Monsters (or originally known in the manga as "Magic & Wizards") at this point was just one of many original games that were inspired by various games and toys that actually exist!
※While this cel is not for sale, we will gladly consider trade offers for the following specific items (please do not offer anything else not listed. Also, we will pay a nice finder's fee for any tips that leads to an acquisition):
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Size: Movie-size Cel (Approx. 13.5" x 9.0")
Included: Layer 1 - Girl cel
Layer 2 - Background overlay/harmony cel
Original Matching Hand-painted Background
Film/Show: Angel's Egg
Source/Appeared in: -
Original Broadcast Year: 1985
Studio/Publication: Studio Deen
Created by: Oshii Mamoru
Condition Notes: -
Description: A mind-blowingly rare and precious key master setup from the epitome of Avant-garde fantasy film created by an iconic anime director Oshii Mamoru, in collaboration with legendary artist and scenic/character designer Amano Yoshitaka!
The film was made a few years before the famous Final Fantasy video game series was released, and the artistic style is definitely reminiscent of the early titles as the Boy looks almost identical to Frioniel, the main character from Final Fantasy II released in 1988. The atmosphere and backgrounds inspired by a French book about architecture owned by Oshii are also very simlar to the Medieval European-theme of the early Final Fantasy games. Oshii Mamoru was initially intending on making this film far more light-hearted with a comedic touch in the beginning stage of the production, where a young girl holding an egg suddenly arrives at a convenience store late at night, with strange people loitering around the area. However, as soon as the young Oshii got a glance of the artwork by Amano Yoshitaka, he immediately knew that "this has to be done as a full-blown fantasy film."
While the result was undoubtedly a masterpiece, it was far too esoteric to be accepted by the general public, subsequently leading to Oshii losing all job prospects for the foreseeable future due to earning a reputation of "a director who makes incomprehensible films," as even Miyazaki Hayao has commented (bitterly, as he was extremely impressed by the work) about the film "I will recognize the effort, but nobody will understand it." The recognition took even longer due to the lack of access until the relatively-recent DVD release, but it is safe to say this film is a proof that a masterpiece will sooner or later be properly recognized and appreciated, as long as it isn't hidden and forgotten! Truly the pinnacle of Japanese animation as an art, and a product of the inspiring sacrifice and uncompromising dedication Oshii has put into executing this film in his own vision.
※While this cel is not for sale, we will gladly consider trade offers for the following specific items (please do not offer anything else not listed. Also, we will pay a nice finder's fee for any tips that leads to an acquisition):
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Size: Movie-size Cel (Approx. 13.5" x 9.0")
Included: Layer 1 - Water cel
Layer 2 - Girl cel
Layer 3 - Background overlay/harmony cel
Original Matching Hand-painted Background
Film/Show: Angel's Egg
Source/Appeared in: -
Original Broadcast Year: 1985
Studio/Publication: Studio Deen
Created by: Oshii Mamoru
Condition Notes: Layer 1 and 2 stuck
Description: A mind-blowingly rare and precious key master setup from the epitome of Avant-garde fantasy film created by an iconic anime director Oshii Mamoru, in collaboration with legendary artist and scenic/character designer Amano Yoshitaka!
The film was made a few years before the famous Final Fantasy video game series was released, and the artistic style is definitely reminiscent of the early titles as the Boy looks almost identical to Frioniel, the main character from Final Fantasy II released in 1988. The atmosphere and backgrounds inspired by a French book about architecture owned by Oshii are also very simlar to the Medieval European-theme of the early Final Fantasy games. Oshii Mamoru was initially intending on making this film far more light-hearted with a comedic touch in the beginning stage of the production, where a young girl holding an egg suddenly arrives at a convenience store late at night, with strange people loitering around the area. However, as soon as the young Oshii got a glance of the artwork by Amano Yoshitaka, he immediately knew that "this has to be done as a full-blown fantasy film."
While the result was undoubtedly a masterpiece, it was far too esoteric to be accepted by the general public, subsequently leading to Oshii losing all job prospects for the foreseeable future due to earning a reputation of "a director who makes incomprehensible films," as even Miyazaki Hayao has commented (bitterly, as he was extremely impressed by the work) about the film "I will recognize the effort, but nobody will understand it." The recognition took even longer due to the lack of access until the relatively-recent DVD release, but it is safe to say this film is a proof that a masterpiece will sooner or later be properly recognized and appreciated, as long as it isn't hidden and forgotten! Truly the pinnacle of Japanese animation as an art, and a product of the inspiring sacrifice and uncompromising dedication Oshii has put into executing this film in his own vision.
※While this cel is not for sale, we will gladly consider trade offers for the following specific items (please do not offer anything else not listed. Also, we will pay a nice finder's fee for any tips that leads to an acquisition):
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Size: Approx. 14.0" x 10.0"
Included: Original hand-drawn "Jigokugiri" 1st Page
Film/Show: Sabu to Ichi Torimono Hikae
Source/Appeared in: 1968 Flexi-Disc (Sonosheet) Illustration
Original Published Year: 1966
Studio/Publication: Shonen Sunday
Created by: Ishinomori Shotaro
Condition Notes: -
Description: Absolutely incredible original hand-drawn page by the legendary author renowned the "King of Manga" or "Emperor of Manga" (in comparison to his mentor, Tezuka Osamu being regarded as the "God of Manga") in his prime! The impactful 1st page of the special manga episode that was attached to the audio disc version of the popular story! This amazing page depicts a scene from "Jigokugiri," one of the most popular episodes where a tsujigiri (crossroads killer) with a tragic past goes around murdering people at night.
It really hooks the reader with its amazing composition and action-packed poses, as well as perfectly-executed details, showcasing the astonishing talent and ability of Ishinomori, that even blew Tezuka's mind... so much to the point where Tezuka, out of jealousy, started badmouthing Ishinomori's work, until he apologized later. Any original manga page by a master such as Ishinomori is very rare and valuable, but this one is just in the league of its own, truly a fantastic piece of history as well as an incredible work of art!
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Size: Standard Cel (Approx. 10.5" x 9.0" or 26.8 cm x 22.8 cm)
Included: Layer 1 - Ayanami Rei cel
Acid-free Print Background made by Timeless Cel Gallery
Film/Show: Neon Genesis Evangelion
Source/Appeared in: Evangelion: Death and Rebirth
Original Broadcast Year: 1996
Studio/Publication: Gainax
Created by: Anno Hideaki
Condition Notes: -
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